In This Issue
Walk and Roll
Hey Moms!
Get Long and Strong
Massage is Back
Are You FIscally Fit?
Help for Sore Backs
Party with Wellness
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This year's Party on the Quad will take place from 2-5 PM on Thursday, July 27th.
Please stop by the Wellness Table!  
Walk Away Stress
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Walking is a great way to take a short break and re-energize.
Download campus walking maps from the Wellness Website. Or take a walk the the 121 Fitness Walking Club M-W-Th at Noon.  
Put Your Insurance Carrier to Work
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Insurance is really important when you get sick, but our carriers, Medical Mutual and Anthem, want to help you avoid illness all together! They offer a variety of programs to members like:
Fitness Discounts
On-line Coaching
even a
24/7 Nurse Line free.
Learn more on the Wellness website. 
Lactation offerings for CWRU Moms
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In addition to noting the location of lactation rooms/centers for moms returning to work, the Wellness Program can help you with your breastfeeding questions. Just contact Elizabeth Click
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July 2017
As we roll into the heart of summer, the Wellness Program reminds you to use your vacation days!
Here are some great reasons to make sure you take annual breaks:
     1. You will be relaxed, refreshed and refocused when you get back.
     2. You can better connect with family and friends.
     3. Time away can stimulate creativity.
This Penny Hoarder article has some more interesting vacation facts.
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Don't leave time on the table...take YOUR time!
Strengthen and Stretch with Core and More
New 6-week Fitness Class from Wellness 
On Thursdays at 5:15 PM, join Mary Ann for Core and More. T
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Core and More
Thursdays at 5:15 PM
July 27 through September 7 (no class on Aug 17)
Crawford 09A
New Locations for Seated Massage this Summer
Wednesday Seated Massage is back 
Take a mid-Wednesday break with a re-energizing 13 minute seated massage. This summer, we will alternate between the TVUC Second Floor Conference Room and the 1-2-1 Fitness Center Massage Therapy Space. Participants prepay the $15 fee with Paypal or a credit card.
Summer Seated Massage starts July 12! 
Check out dates and available times on the Wellness website.
Pick the Fiscal Fitness Class that Fits You!
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During our Summer Fiscally Fit series from TIAA and Vanguard, participants are welcome to come to the classes that are most pertinent to them. While only those who attend at least seven sessions of the series are eligible for the Financial Wellness Program Incentive, a la carte activity is welcome.
See links for the specific classes on the website.
Fiscally Fit
classes take place on Thursdays at Noon in Wickenden 321.
Oh My Aching Back
Choosing Wisely tackles low back pain
Our friends from Choosing Wisely at Consumer Reports have some helpful hints on dealing with chronic back pain including when to ask for tests and when to turn them down. Learn more on the Wellness website.
Contact us!
Elizabeth Click, Medical Director
[email protected], 216-368-5790

Mary Ann Dobbins, Wellness Coordinator
[email protected], 216-368-5997