UWO Law Wellness

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Western University has a variety of resources to encourage students to ensure wellness in all aspects of life.

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Ambreen Walji, University of Windsor, Class of 2015 It isn’t easy to have it all. Nay, it is impossible. In your first week of law school you probably heard the word “Balance” – work-life balance, balancing expectations, balancing a social life and a professional program. The word is tossed around so frequently, its lost a …

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Check out this article that outlines an advanced 7-minute workout that can "combat a desk job's 'aches, pain, and fatigue'." It's a great compliment to a healthy workout routine!

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0JF4QxPpvM&feature=player_embedded Dove in Canada has been mucking with the minds of art directors, graphic designers and photo retouchers with “Thought Before Action”, a campaign featuring the Beautify Photoshop action. The action was promoted online as the way to enhance skin tone, give skin a beautiful glow and hide all imperfections. The action in fact undid earlier Photoshop body enhancements, leading to the message, “Don’t manipulate our perceptions of beauty”. Users were able to undo the Beautify effect and return to their earlier retouching achievements, thoughtfully.

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Therapy Dogs!

"Just petting a dog will decrease your blood pressure and relieve anxiety. You can be affectionate with them and they’ll be affectionate back. They love attention."

The Wellness Committee welcomes Therapy Dogs to the law school today! Come to the student lounge or library entrance to relieve some exam stress :)

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This food blog is amazing! While I may be a bit bias, as these excellent cooks are my friends from undergrad, their skill speaks for itself. The recipes are all delish, detailed, and include awesome pictures. I can definitely credit this blog for improving my diet and cooking skills. 

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With the weather changing, watch this video to get the best tips for improving your running performance using diet!

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Check out this amazing cous cous salad recipe! It's fresh, zesty, healthy and great for packing in your lunch, so you dont have to resort to daily Spoke Bagels!

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UWO Law Committee of the Year!

Thank you to those who voted/nominated the Wellness Committee! We appreciate your support :) 

Stay tuned for the following events before the end of the school year:

1) St John's Ambulance Therapy Dogs -April 9

2) Spin Class with Kavina- April 11 5:30pm

3) Healthy Snacks Day - tbd 

-Western Law's Wellness Committee

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The surprising perks of eggs. 

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25 Things To Do When You're Feeling Down

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As many now, as it was reported on this blog, NewYork City implemented a ban on large surgery beverages as a strike in the war on obesity. In the reasons for the decision, it has been reported that the judges considered the extensive number of loopholes in the legislation were contrary to the intended purpose of the law, and thus was both arbitrary and ineffective.

Give that it is no secret that consuming beverages with high caloric content is a contributor to obesity, and chronic diseases such as heart disease and diabetes, this decision has numerous implications for New Yorkers. What do you guys think? Should this ban, or something like it, be instituted by governments? What about in Canada, where the federal and provincial governments, as well as tax payers, will ultimately be paying the price for the health problems associated with obesity?

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carrying the card is not good enough- register online to save a life

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Congratulations Western Law! We met our pledge for 2012! 

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Five Sports Drinks that Actually Work