This quarter, Get Up and Go, focuses on physical and financial wellness. Check out our featured wellness programs and resources for UF and UF Health employees below!
January
January 6 – March 3
Thriving with Diabetes
Are you ready to take control of your diabetes and live a healthier, more balanced life? Join us for a free, 8-week email-based program where you’ll receive expert tips, tools, and resources to help you manage your diabetes with confidence. Plus, complete the program for a chance to win a grand prize!
January 6 – March 7
Gator Strides: Couch to 5K
Unleash your inner runner with Gator Strides! You’ll be ready to run a 5K by the end of this 9-week guided challenge – even if you’ve never run before!
January 14 – 28
Daily Dose of Wellness: A Text-Based Program
Receive a daily text with a funny and thought-provoking quote paired with an impactful wellness activity to complete. Each dose is designed to reduce stress, boost motivation, and cultivate a balanced lifestyle.
January 1 – 31
Journey Through the Wild West: Individual Walking Challenge
Take a virtual trek through the Wild West, where sweeping desert landscapes and dramatic canyons await. Along the way, you’ll discover Native American culture, cowboy history, and perhaps a few wild mustangs.
February
February 6 – March 6
Strong Hearts Program
Give your heart some love this year! Participate in our Strong Hearts webinar series designed to promote nutrition, physical activity, and mental well-being to improve heart health.
February 1 -28
Caribbean Escape: Individual Walking Challenge
Trade winter for sunshine with this virtual tropical journey through the Caribbean! Walk along white-sand beaches, explore hidden waterfalls, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of the islands.
Ongoing
Financial Wellness Hub
Adopting smart financial management practices and preparing for short- and long-term expenses can help ensure we are fiscally fit.
March
Ongoing, Monday – Friday
Live-Streamed Wellness Classes
Kickstart the New Year with our bite-sized classes! Join the GatorCare Wellness Team Monday through Friday at noon for 15-minute live-streamed classes focusing on cardio, meditation, strength, stretching, or core. All fitness levels are welcome, and no equipment is needed!
Ongoing, Monthly
Brain Busters
Brain games help maintain and boost cognitive performance. Give your brain a boost by participating in a monthly trivia challenge on Kahoot! Answer as many questions correctly and place as the top score to earn a prize!
March 1 – 31
Discovering Africa: Individual Walking Challenge
Step into the wild and embark on a virtual safari adventure through Africa’s most famous landscapes. Pack your binoculars, because you’re about to walk into the heart of Africa’s wilderness!
Did you know?
In 2024, the GatorCare Wellness Team earned the Gold Well Workplace Award through WELCOA (Wellness Council of America)!
This significant accolade is awarded to organizations that have successfully built comprehensive worksite wellness initiatives that produce results. This recognition highlights our commitment to fostering a healthy, supportive, and productive work environment for all our employees!