September and October Wellness Programs and Events

The OSU Health Plan is here to support your wellness journey and offers a variety of wellness programs and opportunities as a service of Your Plan for Health (YP4H). Link to Health is the online tool that makes it easy and convenient to browse wellness offerings, schedule appointments, and view upcoming events.

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

To register for any of the programs below, click on the links or visit Link to Health and search by date or keyword.

SEPTEMBER

#MonthlyMotivations
Webinar | September 1 at 10:00 a.m.

Self-Care Tips for New Parents
Webinar | September 3 at noon

Begin Where You Are: A Simple Guide to Starting a Walking / Running Program
Webinar | September 9 at noon

Enhancing Your Career Wellness
Webinar | September 10 at noon

Staying Active at Work and Home
Webinar | September 16 at noon

OCTOBER

Trouble Sleeping? It Could Be What You’re Eating or Drinking
Webinar | October 15 at 11:30 a.m.

Hungry for Movement? Snack on Exercise
Webinar | October 14 at noon

#MonthlyMotivations
Webinar | October 20 at 10:00 a.m.

Managing Credit Cards: Benefits, Pitfalls, and Smart Strategies
Webinar | October 27 at 12:00 p.m.

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PHYSICAL ACTIVITY PROGRAMS

To register for any of the programs below, click on the links or visit Link to Health and search by date or keyword.

SEPTEMBER

Train Like a Buckeye Wellness Walk
Webinar | September 17 at 11:30 a.m.

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GROUP HEALTH COACHING

To register for any of the programs below, click on the links or visit Link to Health and search by date or keyword.

SEPTEMBER

Preventing Diabetes: 12-Weeks to Better Health
Webinar | September 1 - November 17 at 11:00 a.m.

Transform Yourself with Fitness
Webinar | September 10, 17 and 24; October 1 at 11:30 a.m.

OCTOBER

The Ultimate Nutrition Guide
Webinar | October 8, 15, 22 and 29 at noon

Heart Smart: Building Resilience from the Inside Out
Webinar | October 20 and 27; November 3 and 10 at 1:00 p.m.

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BUCKEYE BABY PROGRAMS

To register for any of the programs below, click on the links or visit Link to Health and search by date or keyword.

SEPTEMBER

Know Your OSU Health Plan Benefits During Pregnancy
Webinar | September 1 at 11:00 a.m.

The 4th Trimester Journey: Healing, Bonding and Support
Webinar | September 15 at 11:00 a.m.

Tiny Tastebuds: A Guide to Starting Solids
Webinar | September 23 at noon

OCTOBER

Feeding Baby, Supporting You: Understanding Lactation Benefits
Webinar | October 6 at 11:00 a.m.

Growing With Every Bite: Nutrition During Pregnancy
Webinar | October 13 at 11:00 a.m.

Buckeye Baby Program webinars are available to expecting parents enrolled in an OSU Health Plan. 
 

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EAP WORKSHOPS OR SERIES

To register for any of the programs below, click on the links or visit Link to Health and search by date or keyword.

SEPTEMBER

Managing the Stress of Parenting
Workshop | September 17 at 11:30 a.m.

OCTOBER

Mental Health Awareness for Staff
Workshop Webinar | October 13 at 10:30 a.m.

Anger Management: A Brain Science Approach
Workshop Webinar | October 22 at 11:30 a.m.

Wired for Well-Being: A Polyvagal Toolkit for Stress Reduction and More
Webinar Series | October 6, 13, 20 and 27 at 11:30 a.m.

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MONTHLY HIGHLIGHTS AND IMPORTANT RESOURCES

It’s Almost Time to Hit the Road

Your Plan for Health’s signature walking challenge, Hit the Road with the Buckeyes, will return this fall for its 17th year! Now is a great time to register for the new MediKeeper portal if you have not done so already. Start gathering your team of 10 members so that you are ready when pre-registration opens for the challenge which runs September 28 – November 22. Email yp4h@osu.edu if you have any questions. 

Train Like a Buckeye Wellness Walk (In-Person Event)

Get your steps in and train like a Buckeye! Join the OSU Health Plan Health Coaches on October 21 anytime between 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. on The Oval at The Ohio State University Columbus campus for a wellness walk and fun movement activities with your coworkers. This event offers an opportunity to get in some extra steps during the workday while enjoying the mental and physical benefits of movement. Register in advance or visit Link to Health to learn more. Please email Healthcoach.Osuhealthplan@osumc.edu if you have questions.

ONLINE RECORDINGS 

Catch Up on Past Webinars and Review Additional Health Resources

Stay informed with the latest wellness content, weight management resources and educational videos from OSU Health Plan. Access wellness articles and browse a variety of archived webinars, all available on demand and right at your fingertips.

Have a Question? 

Contact our Health Coaching team by calling 614-292-4700 and pressing option 1, then option 1 again or email healthcoach.osuhealthplan@osumc.edu.