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Cathy Greer Mazanec, MPH, RDN, LDN

Cathy Greer Mazanec, MPH, RDN, LDNJune 14, 2017 0

Short Cuts for Cooking Hard Vegetables Fast

With busy week nights, some foods don’t make it to the table until the weekend simply due to lack of prep time. But, it’s a shame to narrow some of our favorite foods to only a few nights of the week. So, a quick solution when you’re in time crunch

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Dany LoshJune 7, 2017 0

Recipe for Health: Dany's Story

"How'd you lose the weight?" It was not a magic pill, special diet, or a shot from the doctor - wouldn't that have been nice? How did I lose my baby weight? I finally got back to what I've been telling folks to do most of my life: eat right

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Page CvelichJune 6, 2017 0

Preparing your ADHD/LD Student for the First Year of College

I am delighted to have as one of my 2017 College Series’ guest bloggers, Theresa Maitland, PhD. Dr. Maitland is a Senior Learning Specialist and Academic Coach at UNC’s Learning Center. She has co-authored three books and engages in training and consulting with educational institutions. Q: When you think of

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Celeste CooperJune 2, 2017 0

Utkata Konasana: June Yoga Pose of the Month

Opens chest, inner thighs while strengthening back, core and thighs. Goddess Pose (Sanskrit: Utkata Konasana) Begin in Mountain at the front of your mat. Step your left foot back as if you were moving into High Lunge. Turn your entire body to the left turning toes out to corners of

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Rebecca AllenJune 1, 2017 0

Move of the month — Thruster

June's move is two in one. The thruster is a multi-joint movement that incorporates a squat and an overhead press. You will work lower and upper body while challenging core stability. You can choose to use a variety of equipment options and even add a toss and catch with a medicine

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Pam ColeMay 25, 2017 0

It's as easy as riding a bike!

Among the many celebrations observed this month, May is National Bike to Work Month. If you’ve always wanted to commute by bike, this is a great time to give it a try. Depending on your specific location across the globe, the weather here in Cary, NC is typically mild in May

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Kelly Gehle, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCP

Kelly Gehle, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCPMay 24, 2017 0

The Many Meals You Can Make with Rotisserie Chicken

As some of you might know, I have recently had a baby. This means that everything about my life has changed! Including how I go about making dinner. Currently, I have very limited time to prepare meals on most nights. For a while it was whatever I could make with

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Katie Seavey Pegoraro

Katie Seavey PegoraroMay 23, 2017 0

Thoughts on Waste #GEHFM

When I turn on my shower to heat up the water, I put a jar on the floor. Weird? Maybe. I once read a suggestion to reuse wasted water for household means. The idea stuck with me and the next time I turned on the shower I grabbed a jar. As the water

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Page CvelichMay 22, 2017 0

Support on College Campuses for Students in Recovery

As part of the 2017 College Series, I have invited a few individuals to write guest blogs. Today’s blog comes from Christopher Campau, the Collegiate Recovery Program Coordinator for the state of North Carolina. If you have a student who has struggled with substance use in high school and you

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Lisa AllredMay 16, 2017 0

Thankful for the Body I Woke Up in Today: #GEHFM

I am having a rough spring. My allergies are awful, really dreadful. I got sick and couldn't knock it for months. I injured my hip flexor in December and on some days in Jan, Feb, and March it hurt to even stand still much less exercise. And did I mention I am 50? I

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Ashley Bailey, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCPMay 10, 2017 0

JOIN US for One WHOLE Day

May is Global Employee Health and Fitness Month (GEHFM) and to help recognize the efforts of getting {and keeping} employees happy, healthy and fit, SAS is hosting a 1 Day Clean Eating Challenge on Thursday, May 18th. (If you are participating in GEHFM activities, this counts as one point!)

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Page CvelichMay 9, 2017 0

Know When It's Time to Turn Off the Doorbell #GEHFM

When we built our house in Durham ten years ago, I asked the builder if I could make a special request. He was very accommodating. He said he had heard it all. “Can you install a switch to turn off the doorbell?” That he had not heard. His response, “Why

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Data Visualization | Internet of Things | Work & Life at SAS

Katie HowardMay 8, 2017 0

Students visualize aircraft data in real time using SAS

What do you get when you combine analytics, aviation and the Internet of Things? A learning experience that leaves everyone flying high! At Data on the Fly, 25 area high school students had the opportunity to learn how technology has changed – and continues to change – the aviation industry.

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Kim AndreausMay 5, 2017 0

Being Present (#GEHFM)

Work Life has chosen the theme “Wholehearted Living” for Employee Health and Fitness month. In her book, “The Gifts of Imperfection”, Brene Brown sets down 10 guideposts for Wholehearted Living. They are all relevant and timely for me, but ultimately I decided to choose one to focus on during the

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Celeste CooperMay 5, 2017 0

Ardha Pincha Mayurasana: May Yoga Pose of the Month

Stretches shoulders, hamstrings and calves while strengthening arms, core and back; Calms the mind! Dolphin Pose (Sanskrit: Ardha Pincha Mayurasana) Start on hands and knees with toes curled under – wrists under shoulders and hips over knees. Core is engaged and drawing in towards spine. Shoulder blades are sliding down

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Rebecca AllenMay 1, 2017 0

Happy Global Employee Health and Fitness Month!

Each year at SAS, along with companies around the world, we celebrate health and fitness at work and this year is no exception! The Recreation and Fitness Center, Health Care Center, Work/Life Team, the Cafes, our Environmental Sustainability Team, and Research and Development Departments have teamed up to promote whole body

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Katie Seavey Pegoraro

Katie Seavey PegoraroApril 25, 2017 0

Wholehearted Living #GEHFM

This May is Global Employee Health and Fitness Month. For #GEHFM the Work/Life Center is embracing the theme of Wholehearted Living. Wholehearted living is a concept developed by writer and research professor, Dr. Brené Brown. Wholehearted living can be seen in behaviors that promote physical and emotional self-care, gratitude, compassion, mindfulness and

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Cathy Greer Mazanec, MPH, RDN, LDN

Cathy Greer Mazanec, MPH, RDN, LDNApril 19, 2017 0

Dinner in a Flash: Salad Bar Stir Fry To Go

Let’s face it, we’re all ridiculously busy...and tired. Did I mention tired?? So, one of the last things we look forward to after a long work day is spending an hour or more in the kitchen.

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Ashley Bailey, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCPApril 12, 2017 0

No Time for Steel Cut Oats? Think Again!

Finding time to make a home cooked breakfast can be tough…really tough! Especially when you’re bleary-eyed, trying to make sure your socks match and get out of the door on time. And as much as many of us love a warm bowl of tender, creamy and delicious steel cut oats,

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Page CvelichApril 11, 2017 0

Preparing for the Shift: Do's & Don'ts of Parenting a College Student

Hi! My name is Allison, and I recently completed my undergraduate work at UNC-Wilmington. I am currently in grad school at NC State getting my Masters in Social Work (Go Pack!), and am an intern in the Work/Life Center here at SAS. I am assisting Work/Life with aspects of the 2017 College Series

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Celeste CooperApril 7, 2017 0

Utkatasana: April Yoga Pose of the Month

Strengthens quads/glutes/core & lengthens/rotates spine to provide more breathing room Chair (Sanskrit: Utkatasana) With feet together, stand in Mountain (Tadasana). Engage Uddiyana Bandha (drawing the navel in towards spine) to support the back/core. Palms at heart center, take hips back as if you’re sitting in an imaginary chair (or ottoman

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Page CvelichApril 4, 2017 0

My Pet Peeve

I have a pet peeve. When folks I barely know ask me to write them a letter of recommendation or reference. I say no when I feel that my sense of personal integrity would be compromised in the process. With youth, I don’t say no right away. I use it

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Rebecca AllenApril 3, 2017 0

Move of the month - Chest press

Want to strengthen your chest and triceps with one exercise? Check out these variations of the chest press. The chest press relies on strength and stability, and it's not just for Mondays. Choose one arm, both arms, decline, incline, or all options as you focus on maintaining a neutral spine with

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Amanda PackMarch 31, 2017 0

We've Got Bob Savino takes the 2017 RFC March Mania Title

In honor of March Madness, the RFC hosted our first March Mania Challenge led by our Fearless Trainer, Angie Fernandez. Team Captains gathered, or in my team’s case, conjured might be a better word ;), a group of five SAS Employees. Our task was to compete in dedicated Mania exercises consisting

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Cheryl Wheelock

Cheryl WheelockMarch 28, 2017 0

Diabetes Alert Day

The American Diabetes Association recognizes March 28, 2017 as Diabetes Alert Day. The intention of this day is to bring awareness to the prevalence of Type 2 Diabetes in America. http://www.diabetes.org/are-you-at-risk/alert-day/ I have a strong family history of type 2 diabetes, which throughout the years has motivated me to learn

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Katie Seavey Pegoraro

Katie Seavey PegoraroMarch 28, 2017 0

Magical Thinking: Not just for kids!

Magical thinking is a typical behavior in which a child believes their thoughts and actions can control outcomes. Take the example of when a pet dies and the young child has to reason with the new concept of loss. The child perceives this loss as something they could have controlled or something they can potentially fix. Examples:

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Analytics | Work & Life at SAS

Elizabeth Bautista

Elizabeth BautistaMarch 24, 2017 0

Con analítica de SAS, DIRECTV ‘enciende’ más televidentes en Colombia

I. Perfil del Cliente DIRECTV es el sistema de televisión satelital líder en el mundo. Inició operaciones en Colombia en el 2006 y año tras año ha crecido su participación en el mercado de televisión por suscripción ofreciendo la mejor experiencia de entretenimiento. En la actualidad se ha consolidado como

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Cathy Greer Mazanec, MPH, RDN, LDN

Cathy Greer Mazanec, MPH, RDN, LDNMarch 22, 2017 0

Cauliflower Rice...Wait, What?

With new health recommendations suggesting 8-10 servings of low carbohydrate vegetables daily, it’s been exciting to see how the creative foodie community is using vegetables in place of high carb starches in recipes. If you haven’t heard, cauliflower rice is the newest kid on the block. The premise behind the

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Chelsea JonesMarch 15, 2017 0

Take It Or Leave It: Common Fitness Myths Debunked

Have you been working your butt off in the gym and not seeing results? Or maybe you’ve tried a new exercise you found on YouTube and ended up injured, even though you did it “just like that guy” did? Chances are you have fallen for some of the mainstream health

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