Mind Body Run

This group offers students the opportunity to take a break, get outside, and run/walk using the basic principles of mindfulness (being present in a non-judgmental mindset). Runners of all levels are welcome. This is a drop in format: come to every session, or just one! Folks are encouraged to dress according to weather, wear running shoes and bring water. We will have a quick 15 minute chat on the topic of mindfulness and then go out for a run together.

Facilitators

Melissa Zettel (she/her) is a Registered Social Worker (MSW) with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. She currently works as a Counsellor with the University of Waterloo within Campus Wellness. Melissa’s love for running started later in life. As someone who never considered herself to be athletic but saw the value in movement and exercise, she became curious about finding ways to build confidence in this area. Running became that avenue and has been a place where she has gained significant confidence in herself while also having the opportunity to connect with her body, thoughts and emotions in a new way. Running has also been a place Melissa has found peace and steadiness especially during periods of her life where those things have felt less evident. Melissa brings running into her life regularly and enjoys training for races. She has run 2 half marathons and one day hopes to train for a marathon. 

Who can join?

All students are welcome! No experience in mindfulness or running is necessary. 

When and how do we meet?

This group meets in-person, Wednesdays, 6:00p.m. - 7:00p.m. at Columbia Ice Fields (CIF) Front Entrance.