McGraw-Page Library: Student Success Online Guide: Health and Exercise

Read this first!

If you have existing physical or mental health issues, be sure to check with your healthcare provider before beginning any new activity that may impact your current treatment plan.

Visit the R-MC student health center online to find out about their services or call 804-752-3041 to make an appointment.

Explore the offerings at the Brock Sports and Recreation Center. They have a lot to offer.

Self-Care Playlist, TED Talks

The Importance of Self-Care Playlist
"Too busy to take care of yourself? These talks offer simple ways to stay healthy — both emotionally and physically."

eBooks - Full-text online from the R-MC Library

Coping with Change, Full-text eBooks from R-MC Library

Study Snacks!

14 Study Snacks from "Tasty"
These sure look good and easy to make!
17 Power Snacks from Buzzfeed
From sweet to savory, something for everyone here.

36 Snack Recipes from Taste of Home
"Three Dozen Mom-Approved Snacks for Your Hungry College Student." But, don't wait for mom, you can make these yummy snacks! Go for it!
NYPL, Cookie Lit 2020: 12 Favorite Cookie Recipes
Cookie recipes inspired by books! Yearly blog post of the New York Public Library.

Exercise

The 20 Best Yoga YouTube Video Channels
"20 Best YouTube Yoga Channels for When You Need Some Gentle Movement"
Healthline's Best 20-Min Workout Videos - 2020
"Healthline searched for the year’s best workout videos that last 20 minutes or less. From full-body to core, flexibility to fat-burning, there’s a quick, challenging workout here for everyone."

Yoga Routines with Adriene
At the "Yoga with Adrienne" YouTube channel, you will find daily routines for the month, along with a variety of other categorized routines.
Seven Minute Workouts from WebMD
"... a short, rapid-fire series of exercises that use your own body weight."
WERQ Fitness
WERQ is the wildly addictive cardio dance workout based on trending pop and hip hop music. Their mission is to create a judgement-free dance space built on good vibes, a great sweat, and a supportive community. Try out some of the Playlists on their YouTube Channel.

Coping with Change - Web Resources

Mental Health Resources
"80 Awesome Mental Health Resources When You Can’t Afford a Therapist" from Greatist. Lots of links here covering a broad range of mental health websites and apps! All are affordable, some are free! Pick and choose which ones work best for you!
Free Guide To Living With Worry And Anxiety Amidst Global Uncertainty
The authors "have included a mixture of psychoeducation about normal and excessive worry, lots of normalization, and a selection of practical exercises that you, your clients, or anyone can use to manage worry and maintain well-being in these uncertain times. Please feel free to share this widely."

Virtual Outdoors

Get Outdoors - Virtual Edition!

There are so many places to visit with the help of YouTube! Explore and create a list of places you'd like to see! Here's National Geographic's - The Best of Yellowstone to get you started!

Things to do

Growing Mindful: Mindful Practices for All Ages
52 card deck of mindfulness techniques to practice.
40 Healthy Recipes for College Students
Something for everyone here! "If you're wondering, "how do I eat healthy in college?" you've come to the right place. We'll teach you how to prepare simple, flavorful and healthy college meals."
Learn to Cook! 12 Cooking Basics Everyone Should Know
There's a million websites on learning to cook. This one leads you from breakfast to dessert in twelve sections. Click on the section title to see the specific recipe or instructions. Many have photos of each step!