Pace Yourself to Wellnesss: November 2019
The Health and Wellness Committee is excited to present its current and upcoming health and wellness programs for Pace faculty and staff. This month, take advantage of special holiday stress management sessions, boot camp, and more!
Upcoming Wellness Events (NYC)
Tai Chi
Friday, November 8; Friday, November 22
12:10 p.m.–1:10 p.m.
Pace Gymnasium
If you are looking for a way to reduce stress, consider tai chi (TIE-CHEE), an ancient Chinese tradition that was originally developed for self-defense. Any level of experience is welcome at any time!
For additional information, email Susanna Munoz.
Not All Stress Is Created Equal
Monday, November 11
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.
One Pace Plaza, Bianco Room
In this new program, provided by Cigna, we will review universal and personal factors involved in the experience of stress. Discuss how and why stress triggers and responses differ, explore targeted stress management strategies, and identify personal stress “styles” and balanced coping strategies.
Registration is required. For more information, email Karen Buckwald.
Boot Camp
Mondays; November 11, 18, 25
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.
Pace Gymnasium
Whether you’re in tip-top shape or just a beginner, you’ll learn to work together as a team in reaching your goal of maintaining a sound body and mind.
For additional information, email Ramon Montague.
Holiday Stress
Friday, November 15
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
One Pace Plaza, W610
Just in time for the holiday season, we are happy to offer this program, provided by Cigna! We will identify the main sources of holiday stress, learn methods to manage it, and develop a personal holiday self-care plan.
Registration is required. For more information, email Karen Buckwald.
Mindfulness For Everyone!
Wednesday, December 4
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
One Pace Plaza, E303
Join us to learn formal and informal mindfulness practices to help you better respond to stress and find more balance in your life. All levels are welcome, from beginners through experienced meditators!
Each mindfulness session will be led by Sophie Kaufman, who has been practicing yoga and meditation for 20 years and trained as a Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Teacher at the University of Massachusetts Medical School Center for Mindfulness in Medicine, Health Care, and Society (CFM).
Register now for the upcoming mindfulness session.
For additional information, email Sophie Kaufman.
Upcoming Wellness Events (Westchester)
Yoga (Pleasantville)
Wednesday, November 6
12:10 p.m.–1:00 p.m.
Goldstein Health and Fitness Center
You do not need to be a member of the Goldstein Health and Fitness Center to participate. All levels are welcome, and no experience is needed! Come and enjoy the fun class! Please present a valid Pace ID when you enter the building. Mats are provided.
For additional information, email Karen Buckwald.
Mediterranean Cooking Class
Thursday, November 14
5:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
ZWILLING Cooking Studio
270 Marble Ave, Pleasantville, NY 10570
Enjoy a fun-filled evening socializing with colleagues while you learn about the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet and prepare a delicious and nutritious meal to share. Participants will be entered in a raffle to win one of four $25 gift cards to ZWILLING J.A. Henckels!
Registration is at capacity. Please email Jessica Tosto to be added to the waitlist.
Holiday Stress
Tuesday, November 19
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.
Kessel Student Center, Multi-Purpose Room
Just in time for the holiday season, we are happy to offer this program, provided by Cigna! We will identify the main sources of holiday stress, learn methods to manage it, and develop a personal holiday self-care plan.
Registration is required. For more information, email Karen Buckwald.
Wellness Walk (Valhalla)
Tuesday, November 19
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Meet in front of the 3rd floor elevators of 100 Summit
Join the walking group! Get away from your desk, make new friends, and walk the grounds around the 100 Summit building! Walkers of all levels and paces are welcome.
For additional information, email Karen Watkis.
Tai Chi (Pleasantville)
Thursday, November 21
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.
Goldstein Health and Fitness Center, Aerobics Studio
If you are looking for a way to reduce stress, consider tai chi (TIE-CHEE), an ancient Chinese tradition that was originally developed for self-defense. Please present a valid Pace ID when you enter the building. Any level of experience is welcome at any time.
For additional information, email Inita Mix.
Not All Stress is Created Equal
Thursday, December 5
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.
Kessel Student Center, Multi-Purpose Room
In this new program, provided by Cigna, we will review universal and personal factors involved in the experience of stress. Discuss how and why stress triggers and responses differ, explore targeted stress management strategies, and identify personal stress “styles” and balanced coping strategies.
Registration is required. For more information, email Karen Buckwald.
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Social distancing and keeping pace with your exercise routine can be tough. Join Pace's Health and Wellness Committee for virtual workout classes every week that include kickboxing, yoga, and even a weekly step challenge with prizes.
Pace Yourself to Wellness: Online Edition
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To help ease some of the high stress and uncertainty amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) health crisis, the Counseling Center is checking in with a handy mental health guide, plus we share information about resources available to Pace employees through Cigna.
Coping Emotionally with COVID-19
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Worry. Anxiety. Grief. The brain-body response to stress is powerful. Dyson Professor of Psychology Sally Dickerson, PhD, discusses human stress responses and ways to best mitigate potential external stressors in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Professor Is In: Sally Dickerson
