project 402 (newsletter)

Listen to Your Heart February 2012

Stress Less Challenge

Registration is now open for the Stress Less Challenge! Stress Less is a 21-day health challenge that allows participants to log daily stress reduction activities. Click here for more information and to sign up today.

Matters of the Heart

When exercising, keep in mind that your heart is a muscle and should be trained like one. When you understand how the heart works and how it can be used as an amazing tool for training, you will appreciate exactly how much the heart matters! Find out more on how to train your heart for many health benefits.

Stress and Heart Disease

Chronic stress can lead to increased heart rate and blood pressure. In turn, this can increase your risk for heart disease. Click here to

learn more.

Your Heart Health Guide

It may be the most common cause of death in America, but you don't have to fall victim to heart disease. Educate yourself on heart health and adopt simple lifestyle changes to reduce your risk. And since February is American Heart Month, this is the perfect time to start! Read more about heart disease facts and prevention by checking out the articles below:

 Know the Facts About Heart Disease  Heart Disease Prevention

Your Wellness Resources

Use these monthly features to help make wellness a part of your routine.

Exercise Video: Stability Ball Squat Recipe: Three Bean Chili with Chunky Tomatoes Nutrition FAQ: Eating for a Healthy Heart

What's Happening with Balanced Living

As a reminder, you will need to complete 2 of 4 health challenges by September 30th (including core requirements) in order to qualify for the medical premium discount in 2013. The first Health Challenge - Start a Healthy Habit was a great success! Don't miss out on the 3 remaining challenges!