November Challenge – Try Something New

It can be easy to slip into a rut. Doing the same old thing day after day can cause a sense of boredom that may keep us from sticking to our commitment of living a healthier life.

This month’s challenge is to try something new!

What we would like you to do is try something you either have not tried before or one that is possibly outside your comfort zone. Trying something new can be a daunting challenge but it does not have to be. Here are some examples of things you could do:

It can be a class, a new exercise, a new book, a new recipe, walking instead of driving somewhere. Go paddle boarding, go horse-back riding, take a road trip, learn how to juggle, try Zumba, chocolate making, rock climbing, kayaking, pottery making, writing, golf, hiking, curling, hula hooping or dance. Run a race, try a new teaching technique, learn origami, go geo-caching, take a kick boxing class or try karate.

Let us know what you did, snap a photo, upload a video or simply send an email of the new activity you tried, it could inspire someone else to try something new! And remember to keep things fun!
To register to take part in this Month’s challenge please complete the registration form by Friday, November 6th.

Here are the ways to participate:

Earn an entry into the monthly drawing for each new activity you tried & shared with EMPLOYEE WELLNESS via FirstClass.
All participants are encouraged to consult your medical provider prior to starting any new physical activity.

Check out the FREE on-campus activities schedule to assist you in the TRY SOMETHING NEW Challenge:

Monday, November 9th at 4:15-5:15 pm try ZUMBA
with Amy Mattson from the DownEast Family YMCA.

Thursday, November 12th at 4:15-5:15 pm try YOGA
with Martina Ditmar from the DownEast Family YMCA.

Monday, November 16th at 4:00 – 5:30 pm the Rock Climbing Wall in the Field house
will be open for Faculty and Staff only.

Thursday, November 19th at 4:15-5:15 pm try Tai-Chi
with Pamona Shea from the DownEast Family YMCA.

And some off-campus resources too:

• Other Resources:
• A new book – try the Nutting Memorial Library for a variety of new Titles
• A new recipe – the Nutting Memorial Library has cook books! Or try one of the weekly recipes from Ship Shape during this challenge
• Take a road trip – http://visitmaine.com/things-to-do/sightseeing/road-trips/
• Run a race – Find a race near you at http://www.sub5.com/events/
• Go geo-caching – http://visitmaine.com/things-to-do/outdoors-adventure/other-outdoor-activities/geocaching/

How to participate:

• Register for the Challenge by October 7th
• Track your accomplishments on this spreadsheet.
• Submit your spreadsheet at the end the challenge.