By now, we all know exercise is good for both our mental and physical health, but do you know why? Simply moving your body through exercise releases feel-good endorphins like serotonin, which can improve your mood and decrease anxiety and depression. Additionally, exercise can help keep your mind sharp as you age. Regular physical activity also has positive effects on your cardiovascular health and can reduce your risk of developing some chronic conditions such as heart disease and certain types of cancers.   

There are four main types of physical activity that help improve your physical and mental health…

Shoutout Spotlight

PATH Shoutouts are a great way to recognize others’ efforts and receive recognition and support of your own! You can earn 100 points per month, or up to 300 points each quarter, for giving Shoutouts — or receiving them. Use them to say “Thanks!” or “Good job!” to a coworker or teammate. Then be sure to check our Shoutout Spotlight article in each issue of Health in Action to see if we tell your Shoutout story...

Tips for Reporting Life Events

Did you know there are certain life events that allow you to make changes to your benefits? Events such as getting married, having a baby or adopting a child, or your spouse had a career change and now needs health insurance coverage are all qualifying events for making benefits changes. But it’s important to know there are deadlines and required documentation associated with these events...

May Is Mental Health Awareness Month

Wellness includes mental as well as physical health, and we’re doing our part during Mental Health Awareness Month to remind you of the resources available to you.

• Mindful of Mental Health Webinar — Mental Health Matters. Dr. Marcus Wade, LCSW, SAP Workplace Solutions trainer, talked about activities to improve mental health as well as understanding conditions and symptoms — and how to find treatment…