University of Maryland Recreation and Wellness

Neck, back and shoulder pain for no known reason? Mine hurts too. Did you know that it could be how you hold your posture? ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ With all the added time spent on our laptops and computers, we honestly aren't paying attention to our body’s position throughout the day which can contribute to unexplained pain. Spend 10 minutes to set yourself up for a pain free day by checking out the most recent post on ergonomics from RecWell Athletic Trainer, Thomas Bennett. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ If you're still hurting after making adjustments to your posture, consider signing up for a telehealth appointment with our RecWell trainers. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Follow the link in our bio the blog post and more information on scheduling an appointment with the trainers

*Thank you Thursday* ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Long post alert - this group deserves it!! ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Each Thursday we show our appreciation for a person or a group of people who have made our lives better during this difficult time. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ This *Thank you Thursday* post is dedicated to the RecWell Operations team for their incredibly hard work in preparing for the reopening of our facilities in August. In some instances equipment was moved within the same building, however some updates required the relocation of equipment across campus. Here is just a glimpse of what this team moved in order to ensure physically distance equipment and safe environment for exercising in our facilities:⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ - over 140 pieces of cardio equipment⁠⠀ - 8 Matrix Cable Machines weighing nearly 1400lbs EACH! ⁠⠀ - over 15,000lbs in free weights and plates ⁠⠀ - 30+ cycle bikes from Regents Garage Studio to SPH Gym ⁠⠀ - countless pieces of floor covering, weight racks, chairs, tables, and so much more. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ We are so thankful for their hard work and commitment to ensuring UMD students, staff, and faculty have safe, clean, and thoughtfully laid-out facilities to be active and live well. The person who nominated this group for recognition shared:⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ "The Operations Student Staff are the backbone of our organization. Without them, we truly could not function. The ops staff have played an essential role in the reopening of our facilities. They were the first student staff physically back to work in our facilities relocating equipment, performing maintenance work on all equipment after months of no usage, repurposing of spaces, outdoor space work, and the list goes on and on. They are behind the scenes of almost all the RecWell facility work and programming, but most often do not receive the recognition they deserve. Thank you ops staff, without you RecWell programs and facilities would not exist!" ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠Are you one of the 700+ people who utilize one of our three weight rooms on a daily basis? Comment below to show your appreciation! ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #activeterpslivewell⁠⠀ #thankyouthursday⁠⠀ #wellbeing⁠⠀ #gratitude ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀

One way to support your own well-being is through the expression of gratitude.⁠⠀ *⁠⠀ Here at RecWell, we are incredibly grateful for the hard work of our staff during what has been an incredibly stressful time for all. For the next few months, during this season of thanks, we'll be posting a series of "Thank You Thursday" posts. Today is our first. ⁠⠀ **⁠⠀ Thank youto Mike Phaneuf, IT Systems Administrator, for supporting the entire RecWell staff in a transition to remote/telework and all RecWell patrons and participants in managing the 'behind-the-scenes' work on the reservation platform. We would not be able to serve the campus community without your support and expertise. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Mike was nominated by a fellow RecWell staff member who said, "Since moving to a more virtual work environment, Mike has worked tirelessly to support everyone's ever changing technology needs. On multiple occasions, I needed help with something IT related and Mike is among the most responsive and easy to work with colleagues I've ever had. He always follows through in a timely manner, and does his work with a positive, can-do attitude. It's so appreciated, and inspiring to me to try to be the same kind of colleague to everyone else." ⁠⠀ **⁠⠀ #thankyouthursday⁠⠀ #activeterpslivewell⁠⠀ #well-being⁠⠀ #gratitude ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀

Same Roads, Same Rules, Same Rights is a month-long effort to promote the shared use of our campus roadways.⁠ ⁠ Whether you bike, scoot or drive, it’s important to know how to safely interact with others in traffic. DOTS and RecWell (@umdadventure) are empowering Terps with the tools and know-how to be safe and confident when biking, scooting, or driving on and off campus. ⁠ ⁠ A full calendar of virtual and in-person events can be found at go.umd.edu/safety-month (link in bio) ⁠ ⁠ #SameRoadsRulesRights⁠ #ShareTheRoad⁠ ⁠