Physical Wellness

The following books have been recommended by staff on various physical wellness topics and not endorsed by Edina Public Schools. If you have a book to add, please let the Wellness Committee know!

There is No Right Way to Meditate: And Other Lessons 
by Yumi Sakugawa

Move the Body, Heal the Mind
by Jennifer Heisz

Why We Sleep
by Matthew Walker

How Not to Die
by Michael Greger

Genuis Foods: Become Smarter, Happier, and More Productive While Protecting Your Brain for Life
by Max Lugavere

Love Your Gut
by Megan Rossi

Mindless Eating
by Brian Wansink

The Food Lab: Better Home Cooking Through Science
by J. Kenji Lopez-Alt

The Standing 7-Minute Workout | The New York Times
A gentler version of a popular workout keeps you moving while keeping your body off the floor.
VIEW HERE

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8 Way to Move More During the Workday | verywellfit
Tips to Incorporate Movement into your Day.
VIEW HERE

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Staying Hydrated - Staying Healthy | American Heart Association
Getting enough to drink is critical for your heart health.
VIEW HERE

Walk at Home
Walk at Home® is the world's leading fitness walking brand and creator of the original walking workout.
VIEW HERE

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Body Project
High energy, motivating workouts to do from home.
VIEW HERE

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BetterMe
Fitness and lifestyle channel to help you stay healthy featuring weekly workout video uploads.
VIEW HERE

Sam the Cooking Guy
Easy-to-make recipes, kitchen basics and a lot of fun.
VIEW HERE

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Feelin' Fabulous with Kayla Chandler
Healthy recipes + meal preps | Gluten free + healthy lifestyle tips
VIEW HERE

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Kenji's Cooking Show
Inspiration to take a casual approach to cooking. 
VIEW HERE

EHS Weight Room
EPS Staff may use the EHS Wellness Center and Weight Room. 

Building Hours will not change. The hours that the building are open will not increase to accommodate this waiver. Individuals are encouraged to pair up whenever possible when using the wellness center/weight room.

The following form must be submitted prior to use of the wellness center/weight room. This waiver is for employees only and can not be used for family and friends.
VIEW HERE

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EHS Indoor Track
The Indoor Track at Edina High School is available for use by the public in the evenings. 

For rules and a calendar of when the track is open, visit the following webpage. 
VIEW HERE

 

ECC Weight Room
EPS Staff access for the ECC Weight Room is TBD. Check back for updates!

Basecamp Fitness - Edina
Basecamp Fitness is partnering with EPS, offering deep discount on monthly rates. 
VIEW HERE

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Dr. Bird Chiropractic 
Chiropractic care to meet your needs. Hear from Dr. Bird himself and view his flyer. Dr. Bird has previously partnered with EPS to provide free chair massages at all site. 
VIEW HERE

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Title Boxing Club of Edina
Get a free trial class plus a $10 discount on monthly rates. Present your employee ID badge to receive the discount. 
VIEW HERE

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YMCA
EPS has a Corporate Wellness Partnership with YMCA of the North. Employees and their families receive a free five-day trial pass with no obligations plus a $15 per month usage reimbursement for visiting 6+ times per month. This offer is valid for existing YMCA members. 
VIEW HERE and HERE

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Yoga Fit
Discounts on monthly rates available at four locations (Linden Hills, Uptown, NE Minneapolis, Loring Park). Email Ashok Dhariwal, Yoga Fit owner, with questions or to get signed up. Be sure to mention you are an EPS employee!
All employees receive one free week of unlimited classes plus the following options to join. 
Option 1: Four classes per month for $65 per month (regular price per class is $29)
Option 2: Unlimited classes per month for $85 per month (regular price is $115)
VIEW HERE