VU in Motion: did you know we are going outside again!

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25 March 2024

Starting April 2, Tai Chi, Salsa and Standing Yoga will take place outside again. Here's the schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. Tai Chi and at 1 p.m. Salsa. Wednesday at 12:15 p.m. Standing Yoga.

All exercise breaks are 15 minutes and take place under the tree between the Main Building and the OZW Building on the campus plaza. Please note that even in really bad weather it will continue in the hall of the OZW building. Everyone is welcome for a short, tasty exercise break in your work or study day!

VU in Motion
VU in Motion aims to get employees and students to move a little more on and around the VU Campus. It has been scientifically proven that (more) movement leads to (more) physical and mental health. VU is also part of the sitting culture that has almost replaced natural movement worldwide. And we want to change that! Each week we will provide a tip or a fun fact to encourage you to meet one of the three movement guidelines. These guidelines for adults and seniors are as follows:

• Movement is good; more movement is better. Do at least 150 (preferably 210) minutes per week of moderate-intensity exercise, spread over several days.
• Do 2-3x/week an intensive(er) workout of 30-60 min, focusing on strength and conditioning, for the elderly additionally combined with balance exercises.
• And avoid sitting still! In other words, half an hour of movement/sports a day cannot compensate for the damage of further prolonged sitting still. 2 minutes of moderate-intensity movement every 20 minutes has very positive effects.