Best Buy Wellness Zone

Congratulations to Wellness Zone Health Fitness Professional Steve for completing the RKC (Russian Kettlebell Certification) last weekend. If you would like to learn more about kettlebell or for information on personal training you can reach Steve at [email protected]

Meet our October Member of the Month-Lauren Nessler🤸‍♀️

Lauren has been a Wellness Zone member since March 2021. She has continued to stay motivated with her wellness goals by incorporating a variety of strength, cardio, and active rest days each week. Lauren has found that it's easier to stay motivated when she follows along with a workout either on the Wellness Zone page, YouTube, or the Wellbeats app.

When it comes to adjusting her workout routine, Lauren started personal training with Kaylie in March. It's really helped her focus on how everything in the body connects as well as the importance of foam rolling and maintaining good form. While working from home she's also rediscovered her love for walking!

Keep up the great work, Lauren!

🌟STARTS TODAY🌟
It's not too late to join our upcoming FREE Healthy Eats program from Monday, October 4th – Friday, October 29th! Each week we’ll provide 10 simple activities. To successfully complete Healthy Eats, complete a total of 8 activities by the end of the program with the weekly tracker.

Participants will have to be enrolled in a Level 2 Wellness Zone membership to participate. Reminder Best Buy is generously covering membership costs for all full-time and part-time employees. Please email [email protected] if you’d like to learn more information or sign up

You are invited to join our upcoming FREE Healthy Eats program from Monday, October 4th – Friday, October 29th! Each week we’ll provide 10 simple activities. You’ll be encouraged to try delicious, nutrient-packed foods, discover new recipes and follow tips for incorporating good nutrition into your daily routine. To successfully complete Healthy Eats, complete a total of 8 activities by the end of the program.

Participants will have to be enrolled in a Level 2 Wellness Zone membership to participate. Reminder Best Buy is generously covering membership costs for all full-time and part-time employees. Please email [email protected] if you’d like to learn more information.

Take some time to refocus on you and your well-being. Take Care of You is a 4 week challenge that includes a daily schedule of classes to restore energy, elevate your mood, and focus on your own health and happiness.

Email [email protected] to sign up today for your FREE Wellbeats access! Best Buy is currently generously covering the cost of membership for all full-time and part-time Best Buy employees.

You know it matters. But do you know all the ways exercise affects the body and brain?

You know it matters. But do you know all the ways exercise affects the body and brain?

https://www.startribune.com/you-know-it-matters-but-do-you-know-all-the-ways-exercise-affects-the-body-and-brain/600073733/

You know it matters. But do you know all the ways exercise affects the body and brain? A little movement goes a long way — not only for our physical health, but also for our state of mind.

How long can you safely sit at your desk or workspace? HealthFitness' ergonomics expert Phil Beedle recommends an optimal ratio of 20 minutes sitting, 8 minutes standing and 2 minutes of walking around.

This months Trainer Highlight features Kaylie Flaminio🏋️‍♀️

Kaylie is the Assistant Program Manager and has been at the Wellness Zone for almost 7 years. She graduated with a Bachelors degree in Management of Health and Fitness. Kaylie has always had a passion for helping others instill lifelong wellness habits.

Being able to do what she loves everyday and constantly
learning within the wellness field has been amazing! She looks forward to continuing to bring exciting programs to the Wellness Zone. Email [email protected] if you're interested in learning more about personal training, Wellness Zone programs, etc. !

The Perfect Snack For Camping: Cowboy Caviar Recipe | Ever In Transit

The perfect Labor Day weekend snack!

DRESSING:
⅓ cup olive oil
¼ cup red wine vinegar
2 cloves garlic, pressed
1 teaspoon cumin
Salt and pepper to taste (may be spiced with Tabasco)

SOLID STUFF:
1 can black-eyed peas, drained (or black white, or pinto beans)
1 can corn
1 cup green onions, chopped
1 cup cilantro, chopped
1 red onion, chopped
1 cup tomatoes seeded and chopped (or unseeded Roma tomatoes are fine)
2 avocados, diced (more or less to taste)

https://www.everintransit.com/cowboy-caviar-recipe/

The Perfect Snack For Camping: Cowboy Caviar Recipe | Ever In Transit A Cowboy Caviar recipe: a hearty and fresh snack that is perfect for camping

20 Warning Signs You Need to Exercise More, Say Doctors | Eat This Not That

20 Warning Signs You Need to Exercise More..."Stuck at home? Here's how to tell if your couch potato is growing roots."

https://www.eatthis.com/news-warning-signs-exercise-need-doctors/

20 Warning Signs You Need to Exercise More, Say Doctors | Eat This Not That Take a look at these warning signs and if any strike a chord with you, it’s time to make exercise a daily priority.

FREE Couch to 5k Program!

September-October 2021

Join the Wellness Zone on Best Buy's Run & Walk Club FIN's Teams page for this program. Transition gradually from walking to running with support and accountability! This program is complimentary to all Best Buy employees and contract workers.

- Complete workouts on your own schedule.
- Receive recommended training plans, tips, support, and motivation from Wellness Zone personal trainers
- Participate in 3 group info sessions on Microsoft Teams: 1) running injury free 2) mobility for runners 3) strength training for runners (these sessions will be live & recorded)
- Option to enroll in personal, buddy, or small group training at a fee for individualized strength and mobility work to complement your walk-run training program.

Comment below or email [email protected] to get started!

Meet our August Member of the Month-Lori Selman🌷

Lori has been a Wellness Zone member since 2008. She has continued to stay motivated with her wellness goals by adding the Office Break Stretch/Strength sessions and the Wellness Zone Facebook live classes to her calendar to remind her to move.

When it comes to adjusting her workout routine, Lori walks everyday and participates in the monthly step challenges offered by the Natural Employee Wellness FIN.

In our monthly newsletter, Lori mentioned that she's grateful to have access to the online classes and to have such a great Wellness Zone team. She’s also looking forward to when we can have in-person classes again at the Wellness Zone.

Keep up the great work, Lori!

Healthy 20-Minute Korean Beef Bowl

You're going to want to add this to your recipe ideas! Kaylie made this a couple days ago and it.was.awesome. It can also be vegetarian friendly.
Comment below if you give it a try!

https://realsimplegood.com/korean-beef-bowl/

Healthy 20-Minute Korean Beef Bowl A healthy Korean beef bowl in 20-minutes flat! The BEST quick and easy family meal made with ground beef to eat with white or cauli rice.

Jordan is back at the Wellness Zone and has openings for new clients! Email [email protected] to get started with personal training 💪🏻

Go for the Gold with your Summer workouts and join our FREE program, SUMMER GAMES July 12th - August 6th!

Celebrate the Tokyo Games by completing weekly workouts related to Olympic events. Each week, we’ll send three workouts that will help you stay fit, healthy and competitive this summer.

Register by Friday, July 9th - comment below or email [email protected].

Go for the Gold with your Summer workouts and join our NEW program, SUMMER GAMES!

Program Dates: July 12 - August 6

Celebrate the Tokyo Games by completing weekly workouts related to Olympic events. Each week, we’ll send three workouts that will help you stay fit, healthy and competitive this summer.

You’ll track each of your workouts and earn a medal certificate based on the total number of workouts you complete during the four-week program:
• 9 or more workouts = Gold Medal
• 5-8 workouts = Silver Medal
• 1-4 workouts = Bronze Medal

Opening Ceremonies for the Olympic Games are scheduled for Friday, July 23, and the Paralympic Games start on Tuesday, August 24. Show your support for athletes from throughout the country and throughout the world by participating in our Summer Games!

Register today - Email [email protected].
Be sure to register by Friday, July 9.

5 Posterior Chain Exercises For Stability And Strength | Onnit Academy

"Developing the pecs, abs, and biceps—aka, the “beach muscles”—might make you look good (at least from the front), but it’s the muscles on your backside that are most responsible for producing power, helping you dominate in sports and in the gym, and keeping you injury-free."

5 Posterior Chain Exercises For Stability And Strength | Onnit Academy The best exercises to work the glutes, hamstrings, lower back, and more for muscle size, strength, power, and injury-prevention.

Shoulder Mobility For Strength and Injury Prevention | Onnit Academy

"Improving movement skills—mobility training—is a must for being able to perform the type of exercise you love pain-free, and at the highest level possible."

Shoulder Mobility For Strength and Injury Prevention | Onnit Academy Six exercises you can use today to help prehab your shoulders and support strength and range of motion.

55 Healthy Grilling Recipes to Make This Summer

Lets bust out the grill

55 Healthy Grilling Recipes to Make This Summer For when you and hot dogs are on a break. You didn't break up, you're just seeing other people.

Shoulder Mobility For Strength and Injury Prevention | Onnit Academy

Improving movement skills—mobility training—is a must for being able to perform the type of exercise you love pain-free, and at the highest level possible.

Shoulder Mobility For Strength and Injury Prevention | Onnit Academy Six exercises you can use today to help prehab your shoulders and support strength and range of motion.

*NEWLY ADDED*
Take a little time for you and tune into the Wellbeats Mind-Body-Renew channel. Classes in this channel can help bring a calm mind and bring awareness to the present moment.

Best Buy is still generously covering the membership costs for part-time and full-time employees. Email [email protected] for more details.

Wellness Zone members, Wellbeats has a lot of great recipe videos. Check out this video to learn an easy way to make chicken satay. Not a member? Best Buy is currently paying memberships dues for all employees. Email [email protected] to get more details.

https://portal.wellbeats.com/#/workouts/detail/1664