Lifestyle Enhancement Program
Lifestyle Enhancement classes support faculty, staff, their families, ISU retirees, and alumni.
Wellness Participation Policy
Since 1984, Illinois State University has upheld a Wellness Participation Policy to support the well-being of faculty and staff, allowing employees to request up to 90 minutes per week for personal wellness activities.
Campus Walking Map
View the Campus Walking Map that has four different routes of varying lengths around campus.
Lifestyle Enhancement Classes
T'ai Chi
Based on the evidence-based approach developed by Yang Yang, who introduced T'ai Chi at Illinois State in 1993, this class series focuses on improving strength, neuromuscular control, and balance through Chen Style T'ai Chi and qigong training.
- Instructor: Lilly Meiner, Certified Instructor
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Schedule: Mondays beginning September 8, 5:15pm to 6:15pm, 4th West Lounge, Bone Student Center, Register
- Prior to taking T'ai Chi participants will need to complete and return the Par-Q and Waiver forms via:
- Mail: Illinois State University, Health Promotion and Wellness Office, Campus Box 2120, Normal, IL 61790-2120
- Email: Michelle Starkey
- In-Person: McCormick Hall 187
Faculty/Staff Only Group Fitness Classes
New for Fall 2025, group fitness classes exclusively for faculty and staff members are now offered at the Student Fitness Center. A Student Fitness Center membership is required. Register