What is Exercise is Medicine-On Campus?
Exercise is Medicine - On Campus is a collaborative effort between UHS, RecWell, the School of Public Health, and the Dept. of Phys Ed, that aims to reduce your barriers to physical activity, help you explore the many available programs on campus, and support your engagement in physical activities of your choice to improve your mental health, physical health, and wellbeing.
Why physical activity?
There is clear evidence that engaging in regular physical activity benefits mood, aids sleep, reduces academic stress, helps treat chronic disease, bolsters immune response to illnesses, and reduces the symptoms and severity of depression and anxiety.
What does the program include?
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Orientation to physical activity resources on campus
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1-to-1 Health Coaching with a UHS Health Educator (45-minute coaching session that will help you make simple changes in your lifestyle that support your overall health)
- Fee offset RecWell Personal Training sessions for those who meet the program qualifications
Stay Connected
Connect with opportunities, events, and information about how physical activity can promote health and well-being. You can expect to hear from us every couple months.
Past Issues:
Exercise is Medicine DeCal Course
Discover Exercise is Medicine On Campus (EIM-OC), a transformative initiative at UC Berkeley. Together with University Health, Health and Wellness, the School of Public Health, and Physical Education, we're reshaping your college experience by integrating physical activity into your daily life. Dive into the intricate relationship between exercise, health, academic achievement, and personal development in this hands-on DeCal course tailored for undergraduates. Join us as we redefine exercise and wellness, empowering you to unlock your full potential and cultivate a culture of well-being at Cal. Welcome to EIM-OC – where exercise becomes an essential part of your journey through college.
- Tuesdays 6-7pm
- Evans 60
- Class # 31092
- Units: 1.0
- Berkeley Class Schedule webpage for the EIM decal
- Questions? Contact eimdecal@berkeley.edu
Adaptive Sports DeCal Course
Discover the dynamic world of adaptive sports in this engaging DeCal course! Explore disciplines like goalball, wheelchair basketball, adaptive pickleball, sitting volleyball, and adaptive climbing through a blend of theory, hands-on practice, and immersive learning. Gain insights into the challenges, strategies, and rewards of inclusive athletics while deepening your understanding of their impact on individuals and communities. With active participation, guest speakers, and reflective assignments, uncover the transformative power of adaptive sports and their significance in shaping a more inclusive society.
- On hold as of Fall 2025
- Questions? Contact eimdecal@berkeley.edu
Ask your UHS clinician:
- Ask your UHS clinician to place a referral to Health Promotion - Exercise is Medicine Health Coaching.
Once you've been referred by a UHS clinician:
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Expect a MyChart message from your health coach for follow-up.
If you’re interested in self-referring to the program:
- Complete this Exercise is Medicine - On Campus / RecWell Personal Training intake form.
- Book an Exercise is Medicine Health Coaching session on the Appointments Page of your MyUCBerkeley Health Portal.
- Resources from our Physical Therapy Team
- Videos, Links to free Exercise resources on campus and off.
- Check out classes and offerings from Physical Education.
- Check out classes at RecWell.
- Check out local Pools.