Research Idea(s)

- A wellness coach for college students

- PE in high school: taught by a wellness coach?

Getting started: Questions of reflection

• Discuss possibilities with peers/faculty
• What is Wellness? Define and outline
• Research Wellness programs: do they include all the dimensions?
• High-school PE research: life long fitness - holistic health - wellness
• Check out books that deal with high-school PE
• MB curriculum - wellness? / health?
• Create a wellness program for college students/high school students
• Pilot study: college vs high-school
• Examine effects of program on the dimensions of wellness
• Should high school PE teachers become Wellness coaches?
• How do you implement a wellness program in high-school?
• What programs are out there right now? which ones work?
• How does it transfer to University settings?

Wellness Coach tips

• Reduce alcohol consumption. 
• Eliminate excess sugar.
• Reduce caffeine consumption. 
• Eliminate processed foods. 
• Introduce whole foods into my diet. 
• Drink water. 
• Eat balanced meals. 
• Exercise portion control. 
• Obtain a complete physical. 
• Buy a pair of running shoes. 
• Meet with a running expert. 
• Practice mindfulness.