Whether you're an avid exerciser or just getting started, these resources can help you become more physically active or fine-tune a routine that you already have. A liveWELL health coach can also support and guide you on your journey.
Guidelines for Adults
- Aerobic Activity (Cardio): 150 minutes a week of moderate-intensity activity
- Get your heart beating faster
- Strength Training: 2 days a week
- Do activities that make your muscles work harder than usual.
Remember, every bit counts. Start where you are and build from there. Every step, stretch, and rep makes a difference!
Featured Resource: Resistance Band Exercises
Use your resistance bands from the liveWELL store to exercise at work, home, or on-the-go!
Strength Training
Self-Guided Resources
- National Guidelines
- General Strength Training Template and Planner
- Fitbod Exercise Library
- ACE Exercise Library
- NASM Exercise Library
- Resistance Band Exercises
Videos
Create Your Plan
Move Your Way Activity Planner
Track Your Progress
liveWELL Movement Log
MoveWELL Tips Articles
Campus Resources
- A liveWELL Health Coach can help you get started with exercise or further develop your current routine.
- UI Recreational Services offers fitness classes, personal training, aerobics, track, other exercise opportunities.
- The Recreation Membership Incentive Program allows faculty and staff in 50% or greater positions to earn 50% off their monthly recreation membership.
Exercise Discounts
- The Employee Discount Program features many local and national fitness and exercise groups.
- UI employees who are members of Wellmark can sign up for Active&Fit Direct through Blue365 at no cost and obtain exclusive member discounts on fitness memberships and many other deals.
Please Note: If you have any preexisting health concerns, you check with your doctor prior to initiating these activities. As with any physical activity, if you experience pain or discomfort, discontinue the activity.