Wellness

Everything Counts graphic showing active people
Posted on Tuesday, June 14, 2016 by UVMHN-CVMC

Daily physical movement is a life-long journey, and a big part of lifelong sustainability is adopting a learning mindset that allows us the flexibility to learn from our experiences and see each day as a wonderful new possibility. Learn how to aim for consistency.

Scene of mountains and people exercising
Posted on Tuesday, June 7, 2016 by UVMHN-CVMC

For most of us, the hardest part of sustaining physical movement is figuring out how to make time for it in schedules that are already crammed full with work responsibilities and family needs. This week, learn HOW to prioritize your own self-care.

Posted on Monday, May 30, 2016 by UVMHN-CVMC

We have all learned to have specific beliefs about how we should exercise. But, if this way of exercising has failed to keep you motivated, it may be the wrong way for YOU. Are you ready to bust some myths about fitness? Let’s go!

Scene of mountains and people exercising
Posted on Monday, May 23, 2016 by UVMHN-CVMC

Does this sound familiar? You start an exercise program, vowing that you’ll stick with it, but then life happens. You miss one planned workout and then another one, and then another. Most of us have been there and it doesn’t feel good. Learn how you can feel better about exercise.

UVM Health Network - Everything Counts Giveaway
Posted on Wednesday, May 18, 2016 by UVMHN-CVMC

Have a hard time fitting fitness into your life? Tired of fitness gimmicks? Join the Everything Counts Program and Giveaway to win $500 worth of personalized, professional help from Michelle Segar, PhD, a leading fitness motivation expert. You’ll change the way you see fitness — for good — and you could win other fun prizes!

Aronia Berry Patch in Plainfield, Vermont
Posted on Thursday, February 11, 2016 by UVMHN-CVMC

Guy Edson knew that a lifetime of smoking was bad for his lungs, but a wakeup call came when he needed surgery to place a stent in his aorta. This American Heart Month, read Guy's story to learn how he quit smoking and turned his health around...and how you can too!

National Cancer Society
Posted on Wednesday, November 18, 2015 by UVMHN-CVMC

Get ready to lose the habit and become victorious over tobacco on Thursday, November 19! The American Cancer Society Great American Smokeout, which occurs the third Thursday of every November, is your day to go the distance, and to finally give up smoking.

Acupunture needles being inserted
Posted on Monday, October 19, 2015 by UVMHN-CVMC

This Thursday Integrative Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in Montpelier will hosting its annual celebration of AOM Day by giving participants the opportunity to experience acupuncture, massage, tai chi and herbalism for free.

Healthy School Lunch
Posted on Wednesday, September 16, 2015 by UVMHN-CVMC

If you already feel like you are losing the school lunch battle, check out these great tips from UVMHN-CVMC nutritionist Amy Gendron, RDN, CDE on how to keep lunches convenient, healthy, safe and fun!

Golden Beets
Posted on Friday, September 4, 2015 by UVMHN-CVMC

Looking for something healthy and tasty to serve this Labor Day weekend that also helps to use up some of those beets and beans from your garden? Try out this recipe from our Mountainview Café staff.