Exercise is Medicine® On Campus
Purdue University Northwest’s Integrative Physiology and Health Sciences Center sponsored Exercise is Medicine® On Campus programming during October!
Exercise is Medicine® On Campus is an initiative managed by the American College of Sports Medicine promoting physical activity and assessment as a standard of clinical care and health outcomes.
Purdue University Northwest earned Silver Status from the American College of Sports Medicine for its Exercise is Medicine® On Campus programming and resources, Integrative Physiology and Health Sciences research center and the Center for Healthy Living. Additional programming support is also made possible through grant funding by the Indiana Department of Health.
Upcoming Events
Healthy Eating for Physically Active Adults
Wednesday, October 2
11 A.m. to Noon
GYTE 240
Professor Ezra Mutai dives into how diet choices complement a fulfilling active lifestyle. Please join us for practical dietary strategies.
Free Health Screenings at the Integrative Physiology and Health Sciences (IPHS) Center
Thursday, October 3
1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
GYTE 005
During these free walk-in health screenings, we will measure and provide you with results relating to your blood pressure and body composition. We also have a limited number of cholesterol, blood sugar, and hemoglobin A1c test kits. These tests will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
Free Health Screenings at the Integrative Physiology and Health Sciences (IPHS) Center
Tuesday, October 8
9 A.m. to 11 A.m.
GYTE 005
During these free walk-in health screenings, we will measure and provide you with results relating to your blood pressure and body composition. We also have a limited number of cholesterol, blood sugar, and hemoglobin A1c test kits. These tests will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
Lifestyle Medicine and Life’s Essential 8 to Promote Healthy Longevity
Friday, October 11
1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
NILS 208
John Durocher, Professor of Integrative Human Health, will cover the lifestyle pillars and health behaviors according to the American College of Lifestyle Medicine and the American Heart Association which are known to reduce the risk for chronic disease and to promote healthy longevity.
The Miracle Drug: Exercise to Improve Physical Health
Monday, October 14
10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
NILS 306
Hassan Naji, Assistant Professor of Practice in Integrative Human Health, outlines the many physical health benefits of regular exercise.
Sarcopenia and Healthy Aging: Avoiding the Decline from Vitality to Frailty
Thursday, October 17
Noon to 1 p.m.
Gyte 006
John Bobalik, PNW Fitness Center Director, explores the benefit of regular exercise for healthy aging, in particular maintaining good physical function as we age.
Free Health Screenings at the Integrative Physiology and Health Sciences (IPHS) Center
Thursday, October 17
1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Gyte 005
During these free walk-in health screenings, we will measure and provide you with results relating to your blood pressure and body composition. We also have a limited number of cholesterol, blood sugar, and hemoglobin A1c test kits. These tests will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
Free Health Screenings at the Integrative Physiology and Health Sciences (IPHS) Center
Tuesday, October 22
9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Gyte 005
During these free walk-in health screenings, we will measure and provide you with results relating to your blood pressure and body composition. We also have a limited number of cholesterol, blood sugar, and hemoglobin A1c test kits. These tests will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
The Miracle Drug: Exercise to Improve Mental Health
Thursday, October 24
1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
NILS 208
Matthew Ladwig, Assistant Professor of Integrative Human Health, outlines the impact of exercise on mental health. This seminar will focus on the beneficial effects of regular exercise on depression and cognitive function.