Archives: Heart Health

Monday, May 14, 2018

Free Bike Tune-Ups on May 16 from 10am – 1pm

Sustainability and Healthy Workplace have partnered up to bring free bike tune-ups to campus on Wednesday, May 16. Tune-ups will take place outside of Robertson Hall from 10am - 1pm. Preference is given to those who sign up in advance or you can bring your bike along on the day (spaced are limited). There... More

Thursday, April 26, 2018

May is Bike to Work Month in Ottawa!

May is Bike to Work Month Ottawa, and whether you’re a new or experienced cyclist, sign up to pledge to bike to work for the chance to win fabulous prizes donated by generous sponsors! Here’s how you can participate: To join our workplace team, all you have to do is click on this link and create an account, and indicate... More

Monday, April 23, 2018

May Healthy Workplace Workshops & Activities

May Healthy Workplace Workshops & Activities The Healthy Workplace Committee is pleased to offer the following workshops and activities during the month of May! May 1 – Commuter Cycling Info Session May 1 – Bike to Work Month begins – join the Carleton University team! May 1 – Every Day in May Physical Activity... More

Wednesday, September 6, 2017

Lunchtime Yoga is Back this September!

Enjoy a 50 minute yoga class in the MacOdrum Library! Yoga has been proven to relieve stress, increase strength and flexibility, lower your blood pressure, and increase your energy level. The list of benefits is long. This class is structured for beginners. However, more experienced students will be given options to intensify their practice.... More

Monday, February 27, 2017

Heart Health Seminar in Celebration of Heart Month

In celebration of Heart Month, Healthy Workplace is hosting a Heart Health Seminar on Tuesday, February 28 at noon in 608 Robertson Hall. This session will be presented by Dr. Dale Corbett, the CEO of the Heart and Stroke Foundation Canadian Partnership for Stroke Recovery. Dr. Corbett will speak about the life cycle of... More

Thursday, April 23, 2015

Exercise Nutrition Session

On April 17th Eric Williamson from Dining Services gave an engaging and informative presentation about the importance of exercise nutrition and the relationship between food and muscle. Tips on what to eat before and after exercise were given and helpful resources were shared. If you were unable to make the session or would like to... More

Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Improve Your Cardiovascular Health

Courtney Westcott, BSc, MSc, Prevention and Wellness Facilitator at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute joined us to present this Improve Your Cardiovascular Health information session. This presentation pinpointed and described all the health factors and behaviours that can increase the risk for cardiovascular disease. With this knowledge... More

Wednesday, February 5, 2014

Improve Your Heart Health

The Heart & Stroke Foundation provided an information session on how to protect your health from heart disease, stroke and high blood pressure. Here are some helpful heart-health resources: First Aid and CPR training through Environmental Health and Safety Smoking, Heart Disease and Stroke Healthy Eating Physical Activity - try one of our... More

Thursday, February 23, 2012

Nutrition for the Healthy Heart

Nutrition for the Healthy Heart - February 23, 2012 February is The Heart and Stroke Foundation's "Heart Month"!  Registered Dietitian, Cindy Sass provided a seminar on how proper nutrition plays an important role in the reduction of hypertension (high blood pressure) and high blood cholesterol. If you missed the workshop, or would like more... More

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