Friday Walk and Talks

2 Apr 2020

Friday Walk and Talks

Every Friday from April 3 to May 15, set out on a one-mile walk at the location of your choice. ISU WellBeing is committed to creating a walking community (even virtually) for ISU employees. To support this community, we are continuing with the Friday Walk and Talks, but just not as a large group on campus. We know working remotely can be wonderful, but it can feel isolating at times too. We want to support you in every way. Join us virtually by taking the time to get up, get out, and walk for your well-being! 

This Spring we are encouraging you to break from the work you are doing and go on a one-mile walk every Friday. There are lots of ways to connect during this time and we have listed a few below for you to try:

  • Call a colleague, family member, or friend and talk on the phone while you walk
  • Encourage those in your place of residence to walk with you – kids, spouse, etc.
  • Take your pet on a walk – good for you, good for them
  • Go it alone and enjoy the quiet and peace of the day away from everyone else
  • Join the ISU WellBeing team via Webex every Friday at 12:10 p.m. for a 20-minute Walk and Talk from your location!

To join the 12:10 p.m. Friday walk,

1. Open the Webex app and click on Join a Meeting. Enter the meeting number: 805 883 188

2. Email Friday Walk and Talk to receive a meeting invite for your calendar

3. Email ISU WellBeing with additional questions.

Walking is an excellent way to unplug and create a more balanced work life, essential to your well-being. Remember, we may be remote, but we are not alone!

For campus walking resources, visit https://www.wellbeing.iastate.edu/resources/group-walks

For each Friday Walk and Talk you participate in, you will earn 20 Adventure2 points. Click here to sign in to Adventure2 and add Friday Walk and Talks to your well-being plan!