While everyone is settling into a new routine at home, UBC Recreation is offering ways to thrive from the comfort of your own space.Working and studying from home can make reducing your sedentary behaviour slightly challenging. The good news is, small changes can have a big impact when it comes to reducing sedentary behaviour and increasing physical activity. The best way to reduce your time sitting is to commit to frequent and short movement breaks. Active breaks, impromptu dance parties, standing during a phone call and desk exercises are all great ways to add a little bit of movement into your day!Here are a few ways to move more, move well and keep moving while at home:
LIVE MOVEMENT SESSIONS
PLAY & LEARN AT HOME FOR KIDS
WORKING OR STUDYING FROM HOME
AT HOME WORKOUTS
ADDITIONAL THRIVING RESOURCES
Live Movement Sessions
UBC Recreation wants to bring movement to you! All of these FREE sessions can be accessed from anywhere. All you need is your phone, tablet or laptop!
Everyone has different abilities and comfort levels, so please feel free to adapt movements and drills so that these classes work for you. Remember to work at an intensity appropriate for your fitness level. If this is your first time trying an online class, start off easy! If at any time you feel like you need a break, go ahead and take some time. Remember to consider any injuries or pre-existing conditions you may have.
Each of these classes requires a clear space of about 2 square meters to perform this class. Make sure to consider any other people or furry friends that may come into your space during the class. And finally, please remember there are inherent risks involved in any type of physical activity, including – overexertion; risk of bodily injury; impact or entanglement with obstructions; changes in the condition of room surfaces; use, misuse, or non-use of fitness related equipment; loud amplified music or instruction;contact or collision with equipment, props.
Follow along as our Move U Crew lead you through a fun and low-barrier movement break throughout the week!
Every Tuesday & Thursday | 2:00pm
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Enjoy a variety of fitness classes in the comfort of your own home. If you are using your smartphone or tablet, you will need the Zoom app. Download Zoom here: Apple Store or Google Play.
Every Day, 1:00pm | UBC Aqua Instructor’s Dryland Class
Monday, July 27, 5:00pm | Yoga with Loretta
Wednesday, July 29, 5:00pm | Barre Fusion
Working or Studying From Home
Boost your mood and productivity in a moment! It is important to remind yourself to keep moving while working and/or studying from home as physical activity positively impacts your mental health and your cognitive function. Every little bit counts so commit to reducing your stationary time through frequent and short movement breaks with the resources below.
CROSSWORD: How well do you know UBC Rec?
Looking for something fun to do? Try out this crossword and test your knowledge on all things UBC Rec! Time yourself and fill out the attached print out - Share it on your Instagram Story and tag @ubcrec to be featured!
Be Your Best with this 5-Day Self-Care Challenge
An act of self-care is any activity that we do in order to take care of our mental, emotional, and physical health. From July 27-31, UBC Recreation encourages you to set some time aside for yourself and complete acts of self-care for 5 straight days. Complete all the challenges and enter via Instagram or email to automatically go into the running to WIN an Active at Home workout set!
Drowning Prevention Week: July 19 – 25, 2020
National Drowning Prevention Week (DPW) - the third week of July - is an annual initiative of the Lifesaving Society aimed at reducing the number of water-related fatalities and drowning incidents by promoting water safety messages in the community.
How Are You Getting Active At Home
With a change in daily routines, it’s important to maintain your fitness routine and keep moving. In fact, working out and staying active may be one of the best ways you can pass time while you’re self-quarantined.
Check out some at home fitness tips from our personal trainers to help get you moving. All levels and abilities are encouraged to participate. Tag #ubcrec to let us know how you are staying active at home!
Additional Thriving Resources
Working and studying from home can also come with additional challenges. For alternative ways to thrive, view the links below:
The UBC Wellness Centre OnlineA Canvas space for students to access up-to-date health education and information. |
Mindfulness Apps Worthy of Your AttentionFive FREE mindfulness apps to download today to help pass the time. |
UBC Wellbeing’s Thrive 5Learn how to promote a healthy mind and body with the Thrive 5 by UBC Wellbeing. |
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Managing your mental health during COVID-19Explore a variety of articles and resources that will guide you in managing your mental health. |
Counselling Services with 24/7 supportCounselling Services appointments are being offered by phone during the COVID-19 outbreak. |
Healing Centred Yoga with SVPRO and Kendra CouplandGain mental clarity and self-empowerment through this guided mediation and yoga practice. |
Walkabout From Home | UBC WalkaboutThis is a 13-week challenge that will run from May 3rd until August 1st! We encourage you to continue moving while physical distancing from home. |
Random Acts of ExerciseView 12 short exercise videos that can be used to help integrate movement into your classroom. |
Move. Bu Ju. - Home WorkoutsLooking for a challenge? Take your at home workouts to the next level with these free classes. |
The Scientific 7 Minute WorkoutLearn how the 7 minute workout can change your fitness routine using only 12 exercises. |
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The Formation Studio – Live Free Dance ClassesGet ready to dance with these live free dance classes! Pre-register for your live classes now. |
Bring Home Yoga With You – Taught by Ally MazJoin Ally Maz, in an all-levels vinyasa flow yoga class to get you deeper into your body. |
Zwift – Turn Indoor Training Into a GameZwift blends the fun of video games with the intensity of serious training, helping you get faster. |
Your Virtual Arts Guide – Chan CentreThe Chan Centre has compiled a list of music, visual art, theatre, and dance so that nothing stops you from getting your daily dose of arts and culture. |
Virtual National Park ToursVisit your favourite national parks from around the world in the comfort of your own home. They're over 30 national parks to explore! |
WALKABOUT FROM HOME | UBC WALKABOUT
This is a 13-week challenge that will run from May 3rd until August 1st! We encourage you to continue moving while physical distancing from home.
Gain mental clarity and self-empowerment through this guided mediation and yoga practice. Every Tuesdays and Thursdays at noon, from July 14 – August 20.
CARING FOR OTHERS – FREE ONLINE LEARNING OPPORTUNITY
To aid and support members of the UBC community, UBC Recreation and the UBC Aquatic Centre are offering a FREE online course to help participants help others.
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