Program Overview
Each week focuses on a key driver of cardiovascular health, including physical activity, sleep, nutrition, stress management, weight management, and long-term behavior change. Participants learn practical strategies they can immediately apply in their daily lives, while tracking their progress through regular blood pressure monitoring and habit-based goals.
Program Highlights:
- 10-week structured cohort experience
- Weekly 60-minute facilitated sessions
- Evidence-based lifestyle education (DASH, movement, sleep, stress)
- Behavior change and habit formation coaching
- Weekly practice of establishing and monitoring health-focused action plans
Participant Eligibility
To take part in this program, an individual must:
- Minimum 18 years of age
- Be actively employed for University of Nebraska-Lincoln (this includes Nebraska Extension offices and University Research Centers)
- Full-time extension volunteers are eligible to participate.
Fall 2026 Schedule
All sessions occur on Wednesdays from 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Week | Date | Session Topic |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | September 9 | Program Introduction |
| 2 | September 16 | Heart Health Basics |
| 3 | September 23 | Behavior Change |
| 4 | September 30 | Physical Activity |
| 5 | October 7 | Nutrition Part 1 |
| 6 | October 14 | Nutrition Part 2 |
| 7 | October 21 | Sleep and Recovery |
| 8 | October 28 | Stress Management |
| 9 | November 4 | Weight Management |
| 10 | November 11 | Long-Term Maintenance & Program Conclusion |
Program Registration
Registration for this program opens July 31, 2026 and will remain open until all spots are filled.