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Weekly Wellness Activities April 6, 2012
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Don't Delay, Schedule Your Biometric Screening Today!
There are only two weeks remaining to complete your Biometric Screening and Health Assessment Screening. Screenings end April 21st.
Sites are filling quickly, so schedule today, don't delay. Click here for a list of screening locations, or here to schedule your screening. You can also click on the Biometric Screening page to answer any questions you may have about the process. Not only will you gain valuable information about the state of your health, you can take advantage of the premium reductions offered by the County during Open Enrollment.
Please take your Cigna medical card to your appointment.
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Beyond Sun Screen - Practicing Sun Sense
In conjunction with the Risk Management Safety Fair, Wellness Works announces a special class.
Beyond Sun Screen - Practicing Sun Sense
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m.
Administration Building
301 W. Jefferson St.
Test Rooms A & B, 2nd Floor
Angela A. Kenney, PA-C from the Mayo Clinic will be our guest speaker. Do you know the differences in sun screens, or how to choose the appropriate one? Learn some specific recommendations for outdoor workers and outdoor enthusiasts. In addition, myths and types of skin cancers will be discussed. Learn who is at risk, how to spot it, causes, and most importantly, prevention techniques.
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Spring Fling Challenge Winners
The focus of the Spring Fling Challenge was on physical activity. A hearty "thank you" to all of the teams and individuals who participated in the Challenge. The winners are . . .
Individuals (out of a maximum 60 points)
- 1st Place (two way tie): Brian Hushek, OMB (60 pts.) and Cheryl Marzella, Clerk of the Superior Court (60 pts.)
- 2nd Place: Chinue Moore, Clerk of the Superior Court ( 58 pts.)
- 3rd Place: Robert Herndon, Medical Examiner (55 pts.)
Teams (out of a maximum 300 points)
- 1st Place: Public Health Divas, Public Health (231 pts.)
- 2nd Place: Nature Kids, Animal Care and Control (224 pts.)
- 3rd Place: Delinquent Divas, Courts (201 pts.)
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April-May Wellness Challenge:
Get Ready to Join the Resolution Revolution!
Remember those New Year's resolutions? Think hard. We are deep into spring and it's time to revisit the resolutions you made in January!
The new, six-week challenge is Resolution Revolution. It encourages you to take care of your whole self, body and mind. You will earn points for eating fruits and veggies, exercising, getting enough sleep and relaxation.
This individual challenge will run from April 16 - May 25, 2012. Contact Heather Lehman, Maricopa County's Cigna Health Coach to register.
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Lodestar Home Run
Sunday, April 29
5K Run or Walk and 1 mile Run or Walk being held at the Phoenix Zoo. Click here to register. When you register online make sure to enter Maricopa County as your team in the registration box.
If you are interested in participating with the Maricopa County team in either event contact Jan Hertzfeld
Link to Run/Walk Info:
- Race day is Sunday, April 29th
- There will be a Maricopa County booth at the event. Team members can leave their car keys, cell phone, jacket, etc. at the booth (which will be supervised.)
- All County team members will receive a Wellness Works T-shirt (available at the booth.)
- Please don’t forget to register for the event and enter Maricopa County as your team (whether you are participating in the non-competitive or timed event.)
- If you are interested in training with a group for the event, contact Janelle Moore at janellemoore@mail.maricopa.gov.
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Recipe: On-the-Go Egg Muffins
presented by Maricopa County's Onsite Health Coach, Heather Lehman
We are all in a hurry in the mornings. Reheat these egg muffins for a quick, protein-filled breakfast!
On-the-Go Egg Muffins
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One dozen eggs - 9 egg whites and 3 whole eggs
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1/4 cup of onion (to taste)
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1/2 cup of another vegetable (bell pepper, asparagus, spinach, etc)
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1/2 cup of lean protein (ham, turkey, chicken sausage, vegetarian "meats")
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Pepper and spice to taste
Mix all ingredients together. Place foil baking cups inside of muffin tin. Lightly use a non-stick spray on each baking cup. Using a 3/4 measuring cup, fill each baking cup in the tin. Bake at 350 degrees for approximately 25 minutes.
After cooled, place muffins in a storage bag in the refrigerator. Warm them up in the toaster oven for a crispier top or microwave (don't forget to remove the foil!)
Depending on the type of protein added, muffins are 50-70 calories each with 5- grams of protein. Two muffins is a pretty good servings size for most. Change up the vegetables, proteins and spices to add variety. Spend a little time in the kitchen one day, you will have a week's worth of healthy breakfasts!
Heather is available for personalized, 1:1 sessions. Make an appointment with your Cigna Onsite Health Coach today!
Heather Lehman
602-372-8802
- Free confidential service to Maricopa County employees
- You do not need to have Cigna coverage
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Wellness Classes
25 Tips to Jump Start Weight Loss
How to Break the Cycle When Your Emotions Control What, When, and How Much You Eat
MCDOT
2901 W. Durango Avenue
Maricopa and Cochise Rooms
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m.
One small tweak could equal a big change! This class will give you no less than 25 lifestyle tips for successful weight management.
Raising a Heart Healthy Family
Security Building
222 N. Central
Floor 1A, classroom 1
Thursday, April 12, 2012
12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m.
Heart disease often starts early, so it's important to protect healthy hearts. In this class you will learn ways to teach your kids about heart health, and how to adopt heart-healthy habits that the whole family will enjoy.
Food Additives: I'm Eating What?
Public Health Administration
4041 N. Central
14th Floor Training Room
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m.
The more informed you are about potentially harmful preservatives and additives that are in many prepared and processed foods, the more able you are to make health decisions about what you put into your body.
Mood Food
Environmental/Air Quality
1001 N. Central Ave., Room 560
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m.
Leaning on food as a reward, boredom fighter, stress reliever or even a friend could signal a food addiction. This class explores how to break the cycle when your emotions control what, when and how much you eat.
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 Click here for program information.
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Group Fitness Classes - March/April
For class descriptions, click here.
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Some classes require registering through Pathlore
All classes in the shaded boxes require a class fee and registration through Pathlore. Registration for the March/April fee-based, as well as the free Total Conditioning and Tai Chi classes has closed. If you are interested in attending any of these classes, contact Jan Hertzfeld. _____________________________________________________________________________________________
Sign up for Four Weeks of Zumba and Pilates/Yoga!
There is still room to participate in Zumba and Pilates/Yoga combo classes in April!!! The classes will be held at the Administration Building at 301 W. Jefferson.
Zumba class: Mondays
4:15-5 pm or 5:15-6 pm
Class dates: 4/9, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30
Class fee: $22 for 4 classes
Pilates/Yoga combo class: Tuesdays
5:15-6 pm
Class dates: 4/10, 4/17, 4/24
Class fee: $16.50 for 3 classes
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Group Fitness Classes - Offsite
Southeast, Environmental/Air Quality
 For information about any of these classes, contact the instructors directly: Linda, Pamela or Fay. _____________________________________________________________________________________________
Group Fitness Classes - Durango Fitness Complex
Wednesdays: 11:30-12:15 pm Fitness Center Training
(MCDOT Fitness Center) with Jan Hertzfeld
Wednesdays: 12:30-1:15 pm Fitness Center Training
(MCDOT Fitness Center) with Jan Hertzfeld
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Weight Watchers at Work
Tuesdays
Southeast Complex (1810 S. Lewis) Cactus Room
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
April 3 - June 5
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Tuesdays
Public Health Admin. Bldg. (4041 N. Central Ave.)
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
(More participants are needed to start a new session.)
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Wednesdays
Facilities Management (401 W. Jefferson St.)
12 PM - 1 PM
April 4 - June 6
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Thursdays
Durango (2901 W. Durango)
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
April 5 - June 7
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Thursdays
Security Building (222 N. Central Ave.)
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
March 29 - May 31
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Thursdays
Downtown Justice Courts (620 W. Jackson Ave.)
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
April 12 - June 14
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Thursdays
North Valley Justice Court (14264 W. Tierra Buena Lane, Surprise)
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
April 5 - June 7
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Fitness Center Orientation
Receive individual instruction on the exercise equipment and learn basic fitness routines. Available at the Administration Building Fitness Center and the MCDOT Fitness Center. To schedule your appointment, contact Jan Hertzfeld, Fitness Coordinator: 602.372.9297 / email: Jan Hertzfeld
Fitness Program Session
Personalized exercise routines and workout plans for the intermediate or advanced exerciser. Available at the Administration Building Fitness Center and the MCDOT Fitness Center. To schedule your appointment, contact Jan Hertzfeld, Fitness Coordinator: 602.372.9297 / email: Jan Hertzfeld
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Interested in Joining the County Running Club?
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Upcoming Community Team Events
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The Night Run
Saturday, May 12
The Night Run 8K
& 3 Mile Fun Run/Walk starts and ends at Civic Center Mall in Old Town Scottsdale, Arizona. The 3 mile Fun Run/Walk starts at 7:20 p.m. The 8 K race starts at 8:05. For more information about this event, click here. For more information about the event, or to run with Maricopa County co-workers, contact Jan Hertzfeld
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Congratulations to a Weight Loss Warrior!
Congratulations to Juvenile Probation Officer Lisa Garcia for sticking to her New Year's Resolution and losing 52.4 pounds as of March 27, 2012!
Like so many people, Lisa made a New Year's Resolution to lose weight. She and her co-workers started a Weight Weatchers-like club. On Tuesday's the group weighed in, compared their weight loss plans, and supported each other in getting healthy. They also had to put a dollar in a jar whenever they gained weight. The incentive was that whoever lost the most weight after 12 weeks would win all of the money in the jar.
The group also started keeping food journals to document what they were eating and to keep track of the calories consumed. At the beginning of the program Lisa wouldn’t tell anyone but the leader of the group her weight.
Lisa put herself on a 1,000 to 1,200 calorie diet, started hiking on the weekends, and walking the parking garage at work at least once a day. She changed the eating habits of her household; as a result her husband has also lost weight. She has tried every other diet plan imaginable, but this group effort has truly worked for her.
Congratulations Lisa!
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If you, or someone you know deserves recognition for a physical fitness accomplishment, send an email to Diane Hilow.
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