University of Wisconsin–Madison

Category: Live Well

A Beginner’s Guide to Running

Have you been thinking of getting into running, but never been able to keep with it? Or are you the kind of person that “just doesn’t like running,” but is having second thoughts now that exercise options are limited? Let’s face it. Working out at home in front of the TV can have its benefits, …

Anxiety in the COVID-19 era

It’s normal to feel stressed and anxious during this uncertain time. As a matter of fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has an entire webpage devoted to COVID-19-related stress and anxiety. Whether you’re a graduating senior or just embarking on your journey at UW-Madison, we see you and we’re here for you. …

8 ways to live sustainably on a college budget

(Photo by Lauren Justice / UW-Madison) Happy Earth Day! The celebration of Earth Day is an annual global event that supports environmental protection and was started by UW-Madison alumnus and Wisconsin senator Gaylord Nelson. To celebrate Earth Day this year, we’re focusing on how to support your wellbeing by protecting your environment. One of the …

Navigating the grocery store while social distancing

Making the decision to grocery shop these days should come with careful consideration. While we make an effort to socially and physically distance ourselves from others, the days of running to the store for a few items have vanished. Instead, we’re setting our sights on getting the most out of the food we already have …

At-home activities for Jr. Active Badgers

While we’re all navigating this time of social distancing and staying at home, we’ve put together a list of activities and resources for your Jr. Active Badger to read, move, play, learn, and travel (virtually)! Reading Brooklyn Library: Brooklyn Library’s Virtual Story Time and Virtual Programming is a great opportunity for parents and kids to …

Strategies for setting a schedule at home

(Photo by Jeff Miller / UW-Madison) Anyone else starting to forget what day it is? In the past few weeks, “social distancing” has become a common phrase in our homes and on TV, the internet, and social media. And for good reason—making sure you remain healthy and safe is a priority, and staying home is …

Stay Home and Stay Active

Photo from obé fitness Now more than ever, it’s important to take time for yourself and do what makes you feel good. We are putting together workouts (like this one!) from our group fitness instructors and personal trainers that you can do at home, but in the meantime, we’ve rounded up a few online platforms …

An Anytime, Anywhere Workout

We know that staying active is part of your routine and it’s even more important during times of stress and anxiety like these. While our facilities are closed, we’re hoping to offer more resources for you to practice wellbeing at home. For now, try this at-home workout, put together by our Head Personal Trainer Zack! …

Meet CHAMP: A new mentorship program for students with chronic pain, illness, or disability

The Chronic Health Allies Mentorship Program (CHAMP) will give students with chronic pain, illnesses, or disabilities the opportunity to make connections on campus. Katharine Hubert and Talia Cohen are co-directors of CHAMP and graduate students at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. They met at a support group meeting for students with chronic pain, illnesses, or disabilities. …

My Chronic Illness Doesn’t Define Me – How I Conquer It Does

As part of our We Root for Every Body campaign, we want to celebrate all the ways students live well on campus. Below is a post anonymously written by a UW-Madison student about their experience. If you have a story you’d like to share, please email marketing@recwell.wisc.edu. Some students view the UW-Madison campus as an …