Life asks a lot from you. Between striving for a rewarding career, spending time with loved ones and all the responsibilities that come with being alive; how can you prioritize your health and well-being? Science suggests that a healthy wellness routine begins where your day starts and ends: in bed. Prioritizing a healthy, regular sleep
Whether at work or school, the right foods can keep you energized throughout the day and boost your mood. Incorporating these versatile snacks into your diet is an easy way to stay fueled and focused. If you are looking for an energy boost, high-protein options such as unsalted or lightly salted almonds, plain Greek yogurt
With snow, ice and chilly temperatures, it can be difficult to stay active during the winter — especially if you enjoy outdoor activities. It’s important to adapt your exercise routines to the season. Check out the list below for ideas on how to incorporate more movement into the winter months. Plan nature walks and monitor
Fueling your body is important, whether you’re hitting the roads training for a 10K, going out for a casual jog or trying to break a personal best time. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) put together some tips to help you stay fueled on your next run. Fruits, vegetables and carbs are key
In October, nearly 600 people received flu shots at 21 free community flu shot clinics hosted by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE). BCBSNE hosts the clinics annually as part of its mission to be a champion for the health and well-being of its members and the communities it serves. Community members
Making a commitment to her fitness at a young age, Hannah Wooden, a customer service representative at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE), has always found a way to put her health first. She found her passion for fitness, especially CrossFit and weightlifting, in high school, and it has continued to grow. “In
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) introduced a new web page to provide mental health and wellness resources to support members’ well-being. The page includes resources from mental health terminology to emergency response contacts and more. Improving, educating and helping members with their mental health has been an ongoing project for BCBSNE since
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) recently donated $5,000 to Umoⁿhoⁿ Nation Public Schools (UNPS) to supply helmets, knee pads and elbow pads to students enrolled in summer school. UNPS, located in Macy, Nebraska, started construction in the summer of 2022 on a new recreational complex that includes a pump track, baseball field, lighted
Cayla Kelly, appeals specialist, spent years developing and fine-tuning her wise and well routine, both through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska’s (BCBSNE) fitness center and in her free time. She began at BCBSNE as a customer service representative and worked in this role for two years before becoming an appeals specialist, a
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) recently held the MARVELous Step Challenge, pushing Team Blue members to become heroes of their own wellness journey by logging their steps throughout March. The challenge, hosted by BCBSNE’s wellness department, divided 284 employee participants into five superhero themed teams. Participants were encouraged to reach the top
