Health and wellness is a life-long journey. Healthier U programs and services allow you the flexibility to choose your own way to wellness, focusing on the goals that are most important to you. We are committed to supporting an environment that helps you be your best. Please contact us at HealthierU@uwf.edu. Healthier U activities are part of Human Resources Professional Development. Employees are encouraged to attend with appropriate supervisory approval.
Walktober Step Challenge !
Way to go, steppers !!
We walked a collective 27,834,389 steps and 13,916 miles!! Shout out to the Hoblin’ Goblins who made it to Marietta GA and Museum Mayhem who made it to Jemison, AL.
Your team will earn an incentive after passing through these spooky town locations. Each team member can complete the incentive item form.
Level 1 Item: St Augustine, FL
Level 2 Item: Jemison, AL
Level 3 Item: Atlanta, GA
We appreciate your participation and look forward to the next challenge! In the meantime, keep staying active!
If you’re into stats, here’s how the teams ended up:
Team Name |
# Team Members |
TOTAL STEPS |
Boo-tiful Ghouls |
5 |
579,456 |
Boo-ty and the Beast 1 |
6 |
772,020 |
Boos at the Beach |
6 |
1,349,213 |
Captain Spooky Pants |
6 |
1,434,574 |
Ghostly Gliders |
6 |
974,163 |
Ghouls Just Wanna Have Fun |
4 |
1,312,190 |
Globe Trotters |
6 |
1,333,871 |
HeartPump UKCOH Steppers |
6 |
993,049 |
Hobblin' Gobblins |
6 |
2,340,181 |
Holy Walkamolies |
6 |
1,648,152 |
Movin' and Fundin' |
5 |
1,398,143 |
Museum Mayhem |
6 |
1,889,033 |
Mysterious Museum Monsters |
4 |
1,440,798 |
Route Report |
6 |
1,685,299 |
Skeleton Striders |
6 |
1,299,594 |
Spooktacular Six |
6 |
1,640,245 |
Spooky Striders |
6 |
1,661,143 |
The Young and the Breathless |
6 |
1,661,820 |
Walk the yard |
6 |
1,171,794 |
Walka Walka |
6 |
1,249,651 |
Wellness Your Way
Join us for the upcoming events! Register at the Calendar & Registration !
Healthier U! Workshops
Healthier U is committed to increasing opportunities for faculty and staff to learn how to make healthier choices. Join us for Wellness Wednesday Workshops and Movement Challenges to get a jumpstart on a healthy lifestyle and earn great incentive items!
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
EAP offers monthly webinars on a variety of topics such as communication, stress management, coping skills, parenting, relationships, healthy living and more. Username: UWF and Password: UWF.
UWF Recreation
UWF's Recreation now has Face-to-Face and Virtual experiences at your fingertips. Checkout their group fitness, personal training, the climbing wall, and many other opportunities. Make a reservation today! Don't forget to download the RECWELL app on your android/Iphone phone.
As a participant of Healthier U, you have the opportunity to earn several different types of incentive items!
Level 1 Completion of 1st workshop |
Level 2 Completion of 5 workshops |
Level 3 Completion of 10 workshops |
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Water Bottle | Drawstring Backpack | Exercise Mat w/Case |
Microfiber Pouch | Resistance Band | Sport Duffle Bag |
Lanyard | T-shirts | Umbrella |
Cooling towel | Lunch bowl with Utensils | Beach Towel |
Therm-O Snack Tote Bag | 6-Can Cooler Bag | Travel Blanket |
Pen and Notebook | Happy Dude Phone Holder | Trunk Organizer |
Upon completion of the required courses for each level, employees must complete and submit a verification form to Human Resources to receive their incentive and certificate.