Best Buy Wellness Zone

Cooking with Kaylie! Today I’m showing you grab-and-go recipe for overnight oats. YUM. I love making these because there’s so many different options 😃
Comment if you try it out and make your own!

Check out our new May Virtual Group Fitness Schedule!

NEW Arms and Abs Class, Yoga Sculpt, and Wake Up Yoga!

Power Tone and Power Pump have changed to 45 minute classes!

Best Buy Corporate Employees and Tenants can request to join our private Facebook group: Best Buy Wellness Zone Group Exercise

It’s not too late to join our nationwide challenge hosted by HealthFitness Corp. to help you Make May Matter, and achieve your wellness goals at home! Here are a few details:

Join fitness center members throughout the country in being safe and healthy while fitness centers are closed. Each week in May, we’ll provide simple healthy activities you can complete from home. We'll also assign you and your colleagues to one of six nationwide teams, and you’ll all earn points for your team each time you complete an activity!

Open to fitness center members and non-members as well.

Register here: https://bit.ly/MakeMayMatter

This weeks challenge is all about reducing tension in your neck and shoulders by doing these 3 simple stretches at least once per day.

Happy Star Wars day.

Everyday Mental Health Tips

"Here are a few everyday mental health tips to help you elevate your mood and become more resilient."

bbrfoundation.org When we talk about mental health we are talking about “a person’s condition with regard to their psychological and emotional well-being.” Our mental health influences how we think, feel, and behave in daily life. It also affects our ability to handle stress, face and overcome challenges, maint...

Hey Everyone! Our company is hosting a nationwide challenge to help you Make May Matter, and achieve your wellness goals at home! Here are a few details:

Join fitness center members throughout the country in being safe and healthy while fitness centers are closed. Each week in May, we’ll provide simple healthy activities you can complete from home. We'll also assign you and your colleagues to one of six nationwide teams, and you’ll all earn points for your team each time you complete an activity!

Non-Wellness Zone members are welcome to join.

Learn more and Register here: https://bit.ly/MakeMayMatter

Virtual May Wellness Wall! May is the month of mindfulness, here is some information to help you learn about it, so you can add it into your daily routine.

What's What Wednesday-Mindfulness

It is What's What Wednesday! Amy is here to talk about Mindfulness. Mental health is important and mindfulness is one tool you can use with many benefits! Check it out below!

Mental Health is important. Learn more about mindfulness here!

Cooking with Kaylie! Today I’m showing you a quick and easy green smoothie recipe. Great way to incorporate more fruits and veggies🥬🍓🥕Let me know if you give it a try!

—>I’ve used an apple instead of berries before too! If you wanted additional sweetness you can add some honey or agave.

Wellness Zone Challenge of the Week! #WZChallenge

This week's challenge is about Walking while Working! Learn a simple way to add more movement to your day!

Action steps:
1. Find all the meetings you can turn into walking meetings this week (aim for at least one this week! can you do one a day?)
2. Take a selfie while doing at least one walking meeting and post it below and call out a co-worker to do it too by tagging them below in this post. Use the hastags #WZchallenge and #walkingmeeting!

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3 Hip Mobility Exercises & Why You Should Do Them | Onnit Academy

"Dr. Andreo Spina is the creator of both the Functional Range Release (FR)® soft tissue management system and the Functional Range Conditioning (FRC)® mobility development system."

Naturally, we decided to team up with him to bring you this video containing a demonstration of a hip opening sequence you can use to help increase your hip mobility, and therefore, your functional fitness.

onnit.com Dr. Andrea Spinab brings you this video containing a demonstration of a hip opening sequence you can use to help increase your hip mobility.

The Best Outdoor Workouts to Mix Up Your Routine

"Soak up the sun (just don't forget the SPF!) with these great outdoor exercises that make outdoor workouts seem like playtime."

shape.com Soak up the sun (just don't forget the SPF!) with these ideas.

Happy Hour Burn class is TODAY!
**Reminder all Friday classes are cancelled besides the Happy Hour Burn class.**

Event will be held via the "Zoom" app which can be used via smart phone or computer. Make sure to download app before link is posted so it will boot up right away when you click our link.

The Zoom link will be posted in our private Facebook group (Best Buy Wellness Zone Group Exercise) the day of the event. Our private Facebook group is only open to Best Buy Corporate Campus employees.

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Have you ever wondered how to use a foam roller? Check out this quick video with some mobilization exercises using a foam roller and a lacrosse ball! Keep moving💪🏻🤸

What's What? Pain Relievers

Today's topic will be on pain relievers. What comes to mind when you think about pain relievers? What products? What have you heard about them? Jordan will be going over common pain relievers and safety tips.

Hey, it's Katie! Today I'm showing you how I prepare and cook Zoodles - Zucchini pasta! Yep, pasta made out of veggies! Zucchini are great for you, last a long time in the fridge, and have a very mild flavor, making them a perfect pasta substitute. Let me know if you give it a try!

Tips for Working Out at Home When It’s The Last Thing You Want To Do

Check out these tips to keep you moving at home! Also, If you’re looking for information, motivation, or new ideas, below are a few of our favorite resources on Instagram in different exercise genres we love. A lot of these people have their own websites or blogs as well, check them out!

Yoga- Dylanwerneryoga, Adellbridges, Yogawithbriohny
LIfting- StrongFirst, Dragondoorpublications, Onnit
Mobility/ Movement- Docjenfit, MoveU
General- Jeremyscottfitness, Alexia_Clark
Pre/Postnal- Goodfortheswole, thebellemethod
Pilates- Poiseandstrengthpilates, korinnolanpilates

greatist.com Because the only bad workout is the one that didn't happen.

Challenge of the week!! Deep Breathing #WZChallenge

5 seconds to inhale
5 seconds to exhale
Repeat 5 rounds
Try for 5 times a day!!

Action:
1) Comment below (photo or video optional) when you complete the challenge
2) Tag a Best Buy co-worker to do it too!
3) #WZChallenge

Join the Wellness Zone for an end of the week, Happy Hour Burn Mega Class! Each trainer will be presenting part of a workout. Join us all for a social hour after some hard earned Sweat!

Event will be held via the "Zoom" app which can be used via smart phone or computer. Make sure to download app before link is posted so it will boot up right away when you click our link.

The Zoom link will be posted in our private Facebook group (Best Buy Wellness Zone Group Exercise) the day of the event. Our private Facebook group is only open to Best Buy Corporate Campus employees.

All Friday classes will be cancelled besides the Happy Hour Burn Class.

Muscle Fiber Types: Fast-Twitch vs. Slow-Twitch

"At first this sounds kind of hokey—fast-twitch muscle fibers? Is that really a thing, and is it possible to do certain exercises that focus on one muscle fiber type?"

The answers, in short, are yes and yes.

acefitness.org Learn the unique characteristics of slow and fast-twitch muscle fibers, along with the best training strategies for these muscle fiber types.

15 Simple And Quick Office Stretches To Boost Work Efficiency

"Next time you’re feeling a bit fidgety or you’re on your lunch break, try these 15 office stretching exercises."

lifehack.org Try these office stretching exercises next time you're feeling tired at work to boost your energy levels and productivity.

Wake up & workout with Bri tomorrow morning!!!

HIIT the Chair (cardio & strength intervals where you'll have the option to use a sturdy chair, bench, or stool) at 9:00am in Best Buy Wellness Zone Group Exercise

All Best Buy employees & Wellness Zone members may request access to join our private group. Let's do this!!

[04/15/20]   Having a tough time getting moving in the morning? Start the day with Good Morning Yoga! Roll out of bed and on to your mat (or any comfy spot). Enjoy gentle movements and an intentional positive mindset TOMORROW, Thursday the 16th with Amy at 7:30am. Meet us in the Best Buy Wellness Zone Group Exercise group!!

What's What Wednesday: Keto Diet

In this quick 10 minute presentation you'll learn how the keto diet modifies macronutrient choices and identify considerations to keep in mind before considering the keto diet (or any other diet) for yourself.

Please comment below to receive the handout.

[04/15/20]   In this quick 10 minute presentation you'll learn how the keto diet modifies macronutrient choices and identify considerations to keep in mind before considering the keto diet (or any other diet) for yourself.

Please comment below to receive the handout.

How to create a healthy ergonomic workstation at home webinar

How is your work station affecting your posture?

Here is a recording on the Webinar about Ergonomics:
Let us know if you'd like the handouts emailed to you!

vimeopro.com Whether you’re an experienced remote employee or have suddenly found yourself working from home, ergonomics is essential to setting up your home workstation…

[04/14/20]   Good Morning Everyone,

Join us for the April WellTalk today from 2:00-3:00 PM via WebEx. Today's talk is all about movement focusing mainly on walking. Tips and tricks will be shared for increasing your level of movement and you will hear stories from other employees about the results they have seen by focusing on getting in more steps.
Hope you all can listen in!

[04/14/20]   Good morning!! Join Bri later this morning for a quick stretch break live in our private group: Best Buy Wellness Zone Group Exercise (Best Buy employees, contractors & campus tenants may request access to join).

Desk Yoga at 10:00-10:15am...you’ll need a desk/counter/table and a chair. See you then!!

Weekly challenge

Challenge of the Week!!
Hip mobility challenge.
#WZchallenge
See if you can get up and down smoothly. If its too easy add weight in the upper arm.

1) Comment below (photo of video) when you complete the challenge.
2) Tag a Best Buy Coworker to do it.
3) #WZchallenge

Hip mobility challenge.

5 Yoga Poses to Do Before You Go To Sleep

Yoga has a way of calming the nervous system. Through deep breathing, long stretches and relaxing postures, yoga can help induce a good night’s sleep so you feel rested and ready for the day that lies ahead.

acefitness.org Through deep breathing, long stretches and relaxing postures, yoga can help induce a good night’s sleep so you feel rested and ready for the day that lies ahead. Here’s a simple yoga sequence that is easy to do right before bed.

29 Healthy Snacks That Can Help You Lose Weight

"You may wonder if it’s possible to lose weight while not giving up snacks. If you choose healthy, whole-food options with a lot of protein and nutrients, snacks can be integral to weight loss."

healthline.com Having a healthy snack on hand can make or break your diet. Here are 29 healthy snacks that are delicious and weight loss friendly.

[04/10/20]   Saturday Sweat! Join Kaylie on Facebook Live tomorrow at 9:00am for some cardio & strength fun!💪🏻💃🏻👏🏻