A Time For Change Magazine - Working Toward Wellness

Well ness
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THE In this issue, the members of the Working
Toward Wellness at Chrysler program share
their thoughts on some staying active.
Brian Klott,
Senior Manager,
Health Care, Wellness
& Medical Management
248-512-2204
“Getting started is more than half
the battle for me. I set an exercise
schedule for the week and try to stick
to it. Also, variety is the key. It reduces
boredom, keeps things interesting,
and helps to avoid soreness or injury
associated with too much repetition
of the same thing.”
Email us at wtw@wechealthunit.org if you have a suggestion
or have a health and wellness question you’d like us to answer
in the next issue. We’re here to help!
Ken Lewenza Jr.,
CAW Wellness
Coordinator
519-819-0830
Do you know a Chrysler Canada employee
or a family member who is a “wellness role model”?
Has she or he made a recent healthy lifestyle change or helped others make a healthy change?
We want to recognize their efforts. Nominate them for the Health Issues Magazine cover
and profile article.
Contact your Wellness Committee Representative at your work site.
Or email wtw@wechealthunit.org or call 519-258-2146 ext. 3100 with your nomination!
Return undeliverable Canadian addresses to: Working Toward Wellness Program,
360 Fairview Ave., W., Suite #215 Essex, ON N8M 3G4
“It’s about planning
for your success.
While down time is
important, it’s equally
important to plan to
be active, regardless of
whether you’re starting
from the beginning or
picking up where you
left off.”
Krista, Health Promotion Specialist (lead for NPDC, RDPDC, MPDC, CAW Local
1285 & 1459 Retirees) 519-258-2146 ext. 3216
“Recently, I’ve been motivated to stay active because of a knee injury. In order for me
to get back to my old exercise habits I have to make sure to complete stretching and
strengthening activities, as well as exercise on a regular basis so my knee recovers
to its full potential.”
Cindy, Health Promotion Specialist (lead for WAP, ARDC, Temple Drive,
& Chrysler Canada Building) 519-258-2146 ext. 3108
“Staying active has always been important for me. When I don’t maintain a regular
routine of exercise (like during holidays) I notice negative consequences. Each week,
I dedicate 3 mornings to cardio, 2 to stretching and flexibility, and I get strengthening
through gardening and household chores. Fun activities - like bike riding, kayaking
and golf - with family and friends are an added bonus.”
Shannen, Health Promotion Specialist (lead for CAW Local 444 Retirees,
lead editor for Health Issues Magazine and website)
519-258-2146 ext. 3115
“I schedule my activity first thing in the morning. I run outdoors in the summer months
and prefer to run when it’s cool. Running first thing also means that I can’t find excuses
not to run later in the day.”
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not be reproduced without written permission. Please keep in mind that this newsletter is not intended to diagnose or treat illness.
Please consult your physician regarding personal health problems or major changes in diet or exercise.
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Canadian Mental Health Association
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EatRight Ontario
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