UIC Department of Kinesiology & Nutrition, Chicago, IL Videos

Happy Friday, y'all! We made it through another week! If you plan on catching up on sleep this weekend 😴, here are some tips from this week's Wellness Wednesday newsletter. Sound on! 🔊 How many hours of sleep do you get a night? #EveryBodyBetter #UIC #UICProud #UICNutrition #UICNUT #UIC #UICProud #UICKINES #UICKinesiology #sleep #sleepbenefits

School may be out for the summer, but that doesn’t mean the fun ends in Kinesiology! See what happens when our students challenge Dr. Kanan to a 400 meter race…. But maybe don’t follow some of the training advice given. 🥴😉🤣 Have a great summer, everyone! 😎☀️⛱️ . . #UIC #UICProud #UICKINES #ExerciseScience #UICKinesiology #Kinesiology #Kines #400meterdash #facultyvsstudents #uicahs

Did you miss our information session with Anglia Ruskin University last week? Still interested in the study abroad exchange program? We’ve got you covered - click the link below to watch the recording! https://uofi.box.com/s/qkwz2au6tsnfgk9gejmjkc8k3y2cs60x #EveryBodyBetter

Our final Day in the Life highlight this semester features another one of our social media content creators, Sana’a! Sana’a is a senior in the kinesiology program who plans to pursue a career in sports medicine. Watch as Sana’a takes us through her very busy day filled with classes, work, training the UIC Women's Basketball team, and even cramming in a workout! #EveryBodyBetter

Today we are highlighting another one of our social media content creators, Aishwarya, as she takes us on her day in the life as a kinesiology major at UIC. Like many UIC students, Aishwarya juggles a lot – a full course load at UIC, a job as a rehabilitation aide, and even taking classes concurrently at Harper College to complete prerequisites for PT school. How does she fit it all in?! Take a look! #EveryBodyBetter

Dr. Krista Varady Part 2
Ready to become an expert in nutrition? Dr. Krista Varady in the Department of Kinesiology + Nutrition at UIC is sharing what she believes students are interested in with intermittent fasting. Join our community of researchers, clinicians, dietitians, and more in the Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition. Apply today! https://ahs.uic.edu/kinesiology-nutrition/admissions-and-programs/

Dr. Krista Varady
Are you interested in nutrition research and intermittent fasting? Dr. Krista Varady is a pioneer in the field of intermittent fasting and shares her passion for this exciting area of research. Learn more about Dr. Varady in part 1 with more to come! Join our community of researchers, clinicians, dietitians, and more in the Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition. Apply today! https://ahs.uic.edu/kinesiology-nutrition/admissions-and-programs/

For the first time in 50 years, The White House is holding a conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health! The last time this conference was held was in 1969 which lead to significant policies including: 1) Expansion of the National School Lunch Program and Foods Stamp Program 2) Permanent authorization of the School Breakfast Program 3) Launch of WIC 4) Creation of the Dietary Guidelines for American This year, Kelly Tappenden, RD, Ph.D., Professor and Head, Kinesiology and Nutrition, will take part in the conference with the goals of: 1) Improving food access and affordability 2) Integrating nutrition and health 3) Empowering all consumers to make and have access to healthy choices 4) Supporting physical activity for all 5) Enhancing nutrition and food security research We are proud to see Dr. Tappenden expanding advocacy for nutrition beyond the UIC community to help make #EveryBodyBetter! For more information: 1) https://www.usda.gov/media/blog/2022/09/06/white-house-conference-hunger-nutrition-and-health-it-almost-here 2) https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2022/09/27/executive-summary-biden-harris-administration-national-strategy-on-hunger-nutrition-and-health/

Did you know that students in the Kinesiology and Nutrition programs have access to an ✨AMAZING✨ resource right under your nose? The KN Academic Advising Blackboard page has it all - scholarships, jobs, experiential learning information, registration help, pre-health documents, observation hour guides and lots, lots more! It is updated frequently, so check back often! Check out the video and make great use of our Blackboard site! #EveryBodyBetter

We are back with Part 2 of study methods to try this semester! Which one will you try this semester? 🤓 Let us know in the comments below! #EveryBodyBetter

Wondering how our top students stay organized every semester? Recent #UICKN grad (and incoming #UICDPT student) Amanda shares her secret to success! Reduce the chaos of a busy semester by using a virtual calendar - click the link below to choose your own Notion template and set yourself up for success this year 🍎📚 #notsponsored #EveryBodyBetter https://www.notion.so/templates/categories/education

Ever felt like you needed better study methods? Ready to get some straight A’s this semester? Here are some of the best study methods that are known to be effective in retaining learned information. Stay tuned for part 2! What is your top study technique? Let us know in the comments below. #EveryBodyBetter

Still looking for a gen ed or an elective to take this fall? There are still seats available in KN 150: The Healthy Human! Hear from a student that has taken this course on why you should register! This course uses the core dimensions of wellness and prepares students to live healthy, proactive lifestyles by creating a personal framework to serve them in their daily lives. Emphasis will be on the holistic integration of body, mind, and spirit. #EveryBodyBetter

Still looking for a course to add to your fall schedule? Are you interested in evidence-based tools and resources for using food and physical activity to maintain health and prevent chronic disease? Then register for HN 201 today! There are still seats available! #EveryBodyBetter

Are you curious about a major or minor Nutrition but aren't sure how to get a feel for the program? Take HN 196: Nutrition! This course provides a foundation in the basic principles of human nutrition in maintaining and promoting health through good dietary choices. This fall there is an on campus option and an online asynchronous option, and both sections still have seats available. Register today! #EveryBodyBetter

Thinking about a career in Cardiac Rehabilitation? Or have you ever just wanted to learn how to read an ECG report? Then register for KN 442: Principles of ECG Interpretation! This class will give you an introduction to the basic principles and interpretation of the electrocardiogram (ECG) as it relates to fitness programs involving the apparently healthy as well as cardiac rehabilitation patients. KN 442 is only offered during fall semesters, so don't miss out on your chance to take this class - sign up today! #EveryBodyBetter

Come with us to the farmers market!
Come with us to the Farmers Market!🍎🍊🍌🫑🫐🍇🍉 It is a great place for college students to get fresh-grown and organic products at prices usually less than supermarkets! Here are some other benefits of shopping at your local farmers market: -Protects our planet (reduces carbon footprint, promotes sustainability, no pesticides that pollute) -Great taste and higher nutrition from foods -Supports local farmers + business -Appreciate seasonal foods -Increases connection with your community Where is your favorite farmers market? Tell us in the comments! #EveryBodyBetter

HN 203: Culture and Food Lab
Check out this highlight of nutrition course HN 203: Culture and Food Lab! Chef Renea Lyles, professor of the course, takes us through what you can expect and what you will learn from this lab. Sounds like a fun way to immerse yourself in other cultures as well as bond with your classmates through cooking! 🍽 #everybodybetter

Looking for some exercises to try this summer? One of our Kinesiology students, Setareh Kaikavousi, guides us through a full body exercise routine that doesn't require any equipment or gym membership! 💪 This workout includes:- Squat jump- Skater jump- Standing elbow to knee crunch- Bird dog- Plank tap- Pushup- V-ups- Plank limb raise #EveryBodyBetter

A beautiful body of careers begin with degrees in Kinesiology or Nutrition. Your career begins with K+N at UIC! #EveryBodyBetter