The day all health breaks loose!
Healthy Monday is a non-profit public-health organization founded in 2005 in association with Johns Hopkins University, Columbia University, and Syracuse University.
Their goal is to end chronic preventable disease in the U.S. by offering people and organizations a weekly prompt to start and sustain healthy behaviors, intentions, actions, and initiatives.
Cabrini College launched our own Healthy Monday program in the Fall of 2009 with numerous students, staff, and faculty participating in the program.
Program Philosophy: Why Monday?
For most Americans, the week begins on Monday. We move from the freedom of the weekend back to the structure of work or school. We set our intentions for the next six days. We plan ahead and evaluate progress.
From an early age, we internalize this rhythm, and studies suggest we are more likely to maintain behaviors begun on Monday throughout the week. That makes Monday the perfect day to make a change for your health and the health of our planet.
Join us every Monday for various opportunities to improve your health and well‑being, including:
What’s Cabrini College’s Healthy Monday Challenge?
- A 10-week (September 17 – November 25) self-monitored wellness program, using every Monday as the day to set your health-related goals for the week.
- Rewards given out the week of November 26.
Pick up a Healthy Monday Challenge Starter Packet and track your progress. We’ll provide you with weekly tips, resources, and motivation. When your schedule allows, join us for fun and health-enhancing events with giveaways and prizes!
How to Get Your Starter Packet
(available September 17)
- Stop by the Healthy Monday Challenge Kick-Off on Monday, September 17th, 11:30am – 1:30pm, Cavs Corner entrance area.
- Visit the Health Hut or Health and Wellness Education Office (Founder’s 102).
- Email wellness@cabrini.edu to request intra-office packet mailing.
Don’t miss the Healthy Monday Challenge Kick-Off!
Monday, September 17, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Cavs Corner
- Walk the first Monday Mile: Meet at 11:30 a.m., Cavs Corner entrance
- Pick up your Healthy Monday Challenge Starter Packet
- Enjoy featured foods, wellness info, giveaways, and door prizes!
Upcoming Healthy Monday Challenge Events:
- Monday Mile Walks
- Live-and-Learn Series Speakers
- Make-It Monday Cooking Demonstrations
- Health Hut Wellness Information
- Featured Foods in Cavs Corner
For more information on Cabrini College’s Healthy Monday program, please contact the Office of Health and Wellness Education at wellness@cabrini.edu or visit www.cabrini.edu/wellness.