In the December edition:<\/strong><\/p>\n With the festive just open us, its time to enjoy the festive season and stay healthy!<\/em> Most importantly, remember to have a great break and a wonderful festive season! Teams taking part in this year\u2019s 10,000 steps challenge completed a staggering 750million <\/strong>steps during the four week event.<\/p>\n The 328 teams were made up of staff from Monash\u2019s campuses in Victoria, Malaysia and South Africa.<\/p>\n The top prize, for the team that was first to complete the virtual walk around Tasmania, went to \u201ceSol Spartans\u201d<\/strong> from Clayton with the team with the highest number of steps going to “Persian Catwalk” <\/strong>from Clayton.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Other winners were:<\/p>\n Best campus participation<\/strong>:\u00a0 Bendigo<\/p>\n Teams from each campus who completed the challenge first<\/strong><\/p>\n At a lunch to celebrate the end of the event, guest of honour, Professor Edwina Cornish, Provost and Senior Vice-President, congratulated all participants for taking part.\u00a0\u00a0 She also highlighted the benefits of taking time out for activity, not just on physical wellbeing but also mental health and added that it helped to increase productivity.<\/p>\n Academics from BASE (Be Active Sleep Eat), a world first centre at Clayton – bringing together research into sleep, nutrition and exercise also formed a panel discussion and presented information on the benefits of physical activity, healthy eating and achieving good sleep patterns.<\/p>\n Participants were encouraged to continue their healthy exercise program and keep walking!<\/p>\n Its holiday time and what a great time to ramp up your daily exercise regime.<\/p>\n Not only will you increase your fitness,\u00a0 but you might also stave off those unwanted Here are some simple tips to help you along the way:<\/p>\n For a range of activities to keep you moving, click here.<\/a><\/p>\n With school holidays rapidly approaching, parents are reminded that Camp Australia are now running the University\u2019s School Holiday Program.\u00a0 The summer program will be the first where the full program is hosted in a newly renovated space in the Monash Sport building. Camp Australia offer a variety of fun and entertaining experiences for your child, including real life puppet shows; sports spectaculars and toy bear making.<\/p>\n This program also sees the introduction of excursions such as a day of fun roller skating and a gymnastics day with a team of experts providing a range of activities to keep children running, hopping, skipping and dodging their way through the day!<\/p>\n The Holiday Program runs from Monday 6 January \u2013 Friday 24 January for all children aged 5-12, on the Clayton campus.\u00a0 For further details, or to contact Camp Australia to register, please visit http:\/\/www.campaustralia.com.au\/<\/p>\n Get information about the latest events, special offers, discounts and news by liking Wellbeing at Monash on Facebook. Like Wellbeing at Monash on Facebook<\/a>.<\/p>\n \n At Monash we encourage staff to make the healthy choice when providing food for staff meetings and events. Why not try a delicious box of fruit at your next meeting and event?<\/p>\n FruitAddicts offers Monash departments an excellent fresh Box of 30 fruit pieces $24 To order contact Steve at FruitAddicts<\/a> or phone 1300 438 378 and quote \u2018Monash Wellbeing\u2019. Payment can be made via cheque, credit card or monthly invoicing.<\/p>\n You can order these and find many more suggestions in our Health Smart Healthy Catering brochure<\/a> or the Catering How To Buy Guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n The University Wellbeing KPI aims to achieve 30% participation Staff who regularly participate wellbeing related activity during their work day can now log their participation in a database to help contribute to their Faculty\/Division Wellbeing KPI.<\/p>\n Regularly is defined as at least once per week, for a minimum of 30 minutes during your work day (Monday to Friday).<\/p>\n Log your participation in the Wellbeing KPI form<\/a>.<\/p>\n Staff the opportunity to enrol in a new Weight Watchers Program. With the convenience of weekly About the program:<\/strong> The program consists of one weekly lunchtime meeting for 13 weeks.<\/p>\n Cost<\/strong>: $19.50 per session for 13 week program. Payment can be in cash, credit card or pay $50 upfront then 3 monthly instalments. Some private health insurance providers provide a partial refund.<\/p>\n Do you have old eye glasses sitting in your desk draw? Wellbeing @ Monash is now collecting used eye glasses for the Lions Recycle For Sight Program.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Send your unwanted eye glasses via internal mail to Wellbeing @ Monash \u2013 OHS, Building 40P, Clayton<\/p>\n At Monash Sport, we want all Monash University staff members to have a happy and healthy lifestyle. Because of this, we have introduced Health and Fitness Options for Monash University Staff. The variety of options available has been tailored so that each and every staff member is able to join the centre and able to achieve their fitness goals whether it is individually or as a group.<\/p>\n The Health and Fitness Options for Monash University<\/p>\n Staff includes Centre memberships<\/a>, participation in the SWAP Group Exercise<\/a> and casual visits.<\/p>\n For any further enquiries please contact our friendly staff<\/a> or come down and visit us with your voucher for a 7 Day Trial<\/a>.<\/p>\n Exercise in hot weather can often be a daunting task.\u00a0 Overexerting yourself in the heat can lead to heat stress, heat stroke or other complications. Just a reminder to all our members and visitors \u2013 Monash Sport is closed for Christmas! <\/strong><\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n Over the past month we\u2019ve been busy with refurbishments to our stadium change rooms in Clayton.\u00a0 We foresee the project being completed in readiness for 2014.\u00a0 Upon completion, the refurbishment project will: In the meantime, we thank all our members for their patience.\u00a0 We are looking forward to delivering our members and customers significantly improved change facilities in the near future.<\/p>\n Fitness Connect<\/a> is a service which allows users to find and workout with someone of a similar fitness level and ability in exercise and\/or sport. Exercising with a friend makes working out more enjoyable with many studies indicating the benefits regarding motivation, support and exercise longevity. The service can be found here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Tennis $2 Happy Hour<\/strong><\/p>\n Step away from your desk and onto the court! Monash Sport is making this easier for you by introducing a $2 Happy Hour during your lunch break!<\/p>\n All Monash staff and students are able to play up to two hours of tennis at the Clayton courts for only $2 per hour between 12-2pm Monday \u2013 Friday. This works out to be over an 85% saving off the standard Non-Student Off-Peak rate! Bookings can be made up to one week in advance and you are able to find all court booking information<\/a> on our website.<\/p>\n We\u2019ve come a long way since the refurbishments on the Doug Ellis pool commenced in September, and now we\u2019re proud to present the finished area to the public. We look forward to seeing the improved aquatic environment being used and enjoyed by all!<\/p>\n The Monash University Sport Hall of Fame inducted two new members at the inaugural Great Sport Debate in November. <\/span><\/p>\n <\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Did you know Monash staff have access to a range of employee benefits and discounts including accommodation, travel insurance, airport parking and car hire. Read more information in the range of employee benefits and staff discounts<\/a><\/p>\n Staff have access to the exclusive Departure Lounge with discounted rates at selected Peppers, Mantra and BreakFree properties throughout Australia, Bali and New Zealand.<\/p>\n Download the November specials here <\/a>. See the flyer for travel dates and specials.<\/p>\n To book<\/strong> visit Departure Lounge<\/a> and enter the password: monashstaff Rates are best when searching for 3 night+ stays.<\/p>\n As a Monash employee you can now access a range of banking and financial benefits including competitive rates on home lending and other NAB financial products, discounted movie tickets, computers, travel, shopping and much more from a range of top brands.<\/p>\n Benefits include:<\/strong><\/p>\n For more information <\/strong>about the NAB@work program visit the Monash eployee benefits and discounts webpage <\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Enter the Monash Corporate ID at 40 Rydges, Art Series and Q To start saving:<\/p>\n Bupa (formerly HBA)<\/a> provides staff access to a Monash Corporate Health Insurancec Plan, with:<\/p>\n For pricing and detailed information see staff benefits and discounts<\/a>.<\/p>\n Change to how your pay for your health insurance<\/strong> <\/strong>– New members who join BUPA from 1st August will only have the option of direct debit\/credit card payment. There will be no changes for existing members who pay through payroll deductions.<\/p>\n Sign up for a discounted airport lounge membership for Qantas and Virgin and enjoy the benefits!<\/p>\n Qantas Club memberships <\/a>offer heavily discounted rates that can be salary sacrificed; pricing: $316 (one year) or $560.89 (two years) plus $230.00 joining fee.<\/p>\n Virgin Australia lounge corporate memberships<\/a> offer a special price of $200 per year with a $100 joining fee.<\/p>\n Visit Airport Lounge discounts <\/a>for more information.<\/p>\n The Comedy Club at the Athenaeum Th View the line up of comedians online.<\/a> All complimentary tickets are for the show only. Dinner and show tickets can be upgraded for the discounted price of $35pp (normally $45pp). For detailed information see staff discounts<\/a>.<\/p>\n Read about the latest Wellbeing and Monash Sport events, services and activities. Monash aims to assist staff in achieving a healthy work\/life balance using a holistic approach \u2013 mind, body, spirit and the community. 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The festival season comes only once a year and it\u2019s a great time to catch up with family, friends and colleagues to share a wonderful meal together.\u00a0 There\u2019s always a long line of events to attend \u2013 lunches, dinners, drinks \u2013 all packed with great food and good wine!\u00a0 And, there\u2019s no need to miss out \u2013 just remember to try and make the healthier choices and enjoy the festive season without the festive kilos!\u00a0 Whether you’re organising the office party or the Christmas lunch, here are some tips to help you have fun without packing on the traditional extra kilos:<\/p>\n\n
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box of fruit, with free delivery to Monash campuses and 10% discount off the following prices –<\/p>\n
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Lunchtime Weight Watchers Program<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n
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meetings on campus*, you\u2019ll get the guidance that you need to succeed and stay on track to achieve your weight loss and lifestyle goals<\/p>\nDo you wear glasses? Monash eye glasses collection
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Monash Sport news and offers<\/h2>\n
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\nHowever, just because the hot weather is finally upon us, doesn\u2019t mean it\u2019s time to stop exercising regularly.\u00a0 In the hot weather, it\u2019s important to exercise smart, not less.
\nBelow are six handy tips to help you get the most out of your summer workout:
\nExercise smarter \u2013<\/strong> avoid working out during the hottest parts of the day, preferably exercising when the sun\u2019s heat is minimal \u2013 early in the morning or in the evening.\u00a0 Always keep in mind other fitness options \u2013 visiting our indoor fitness centre, or going for a cool dip in the Doug Ellis Swimming Pool.
\nHydration \u2013<\/strong> drinking water during a workout in summer is vital to keep you going.\u00a0 Drink plenty of fluids before, during and after physical activity.\u00a0 Avoid alcohol and caffeinated beverages.
\nKnow your limits \u2013<\/strong> know the signs of danger and know your own limits.\u00a0 If you\u2019re feeling the effects of the heat while working out, stop, seek refuge in a cool place and rehydrate.
\nFind a friend \u2013<\/strong> If you are able to, team up with a friend of family member.\u00a0 You\u2019ll be safer if one of you does experience heat stroke, plus it is more fun.
\nEase into the weather \u2013<\/strong> let your body adjust to working out in hotter weather.\u00a0 If a day is hotter than what you\u2019re used to working out in, start off slow and build back up to your regular workout.
\nDon’t dress to impress \u2013<\/strong> wear lightweight clothing with breathable fabrics. Avoid dark coloured clothing; instead opt for something white or similarly light-coloured. Hats are always a good idea to keep the sun off your head.\u00a0 Always remember to wear sunscreen if you\u2019re heading outside.<\/p>\n<\/a>Christmas Close Down Hours<\/h3>\n
\nAll Monash Sport facilities and services will be closed from Saturday 21 December, 2013 to Wednesday 1 January, 2014 (inclusive), reopening Thursday 2 January, 2014.
\nWe hope everyone has a great holiday season and stays healthy and safe during the break.<\/p>\nStadium Change Room Update<\/h3>\n
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Doug Ellis Pool Refurbishments are Completed<\/h3>\n
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\nOver the past few months we\u2019ve refurbished the change room area to better cater for a wider variety of people and needs.\u00a0 The newly refurbished space now features:<\/p>\n\n
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<\/a>Monash University Sport Hall of Fame<\/h3>\n
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\nMonash Sport wishes to congratulate Peter Moore and Travis Brooks, the two new inductees.
\nTravis Brooks was awarded the Order of Australia Medal in 2005. He played 143 international caps and scored 51 goals for the Kookaburras between 2003 and 2008.
\nHe achieved gold medals at the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens, the 2005 Champions Trophy in Chenai, the 2006 Commonwealth Games in Melbourne and the 2008 Champions Trophy in Rotterdam. He also earned himself the silver at the 2007 Champions Trophy in Kuala Lumpur and bronze at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing.
\nPeter Moore played 249 games in his AFL careers at Collingwood and Melbourne football clubs and scored a total 243 goals. He was awarded the Brownlow Medal in 1979 and 1984 and the Copeland Trophy in 1979 and 1980.
\nHe was Collingwood FC\u2019s leading goal kicker in 1977 and 1978 and was Collingwood captain between 1981 and 1982. Named in the All-Australian team in 1979, he was inducted into the AFL Hall of Fame in 2005 and named in the Melbourne FC\u2019s 150 Heroes in 2008. He\u2019s also in the Collingwood FC Hall of Fame and a Legend and Life Member of the club.
\nFunds raised from the event went towards support future elite athletes in the Enhanced Elite Athletes Friendly Program.\u00a0 This program gives athletes the opportunity to study at Monash while training to be the top of their field.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/h3>\n
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Up to 50% off Peppers and Mantra Resorts
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10% off Rydges, Art Series and QT Hotels & Resorts<\/h3>\n
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Free Comedy Club tickets<\/h3>\n
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eatre is offering Monash staff a great range of weekly offers, including complimentary tickets.<\/p>\nOther discounts available to staff<\/h3>\n
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