The Lifestyle Enhancement program is just one way Health Promotion and Wellness supports the well-being of staff and faculty!
Lifestyle Enhancement classes aim to support staff and faculty of Illinois State, their spouses and partners, retirees of Illinois State University, and alumni. Most of the programs are held conveniently during the workday to provide greater access to opportunities that advance the personal wellness of faculty and staff.
For the 2023 spring session (January 9 through May 14), Balanced Bellies and Backs, Yoga, T’ai Chi, and Table Tennis will be offered. There is a fee associated with participating in these classes. Fees will be processed online through the Health Promotion and Wellness uStore or through payroll deduction. Cash and personal checks are no longer accepted.
Balanced Bellies and Backs
Begins January 10, 2023
Aimed at the care of a healthy spine, this class focuses on maintaining flexibility and strengthening the core.
Instructor: Michelle Klunke B.A. is a certified instructor and has been teaching Wellness at Illinois State since 2003.
- Tuesdays and Thursdays | 12:15–1 p.m. | Bone Student Center, 4th West Lounge
Yoga
Begins January 18, 2023
Experience the traditional practice of hatha yoga. This class is open to people of all levels of practice.
Instructor: Dianne Renn, certified instructor
- Mondays and Wednesdays | noon–1 p.m. | Bone Student Center, 4th West Lounge
T’ai Chi
Begins January 18, 2023
Designed to improve strength, neuromuscular force control, and balance. T’ai Chi is often referred as moving meditation.
Instructor: Lilly Meiner, certified instructor
- Wednesdays | 5:15 – 6:15 p.m. | Bone Student Center, 4th East Lounge
Table Tennis
Begins January 14, 2023
Marty Greenberg, program liaison
- Saturdays | 8:00 – 11:55 p.m. | Metcalf Small Gym
Registration is required for the Lifestyle Enhancement Program.
Please contact Health Promotion and Wellness at 309-438-WELL (9355) or Wellness@IllinoisState.edu with any questions.
