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Testimonials and Outcomes

Over the past several years, more than 2,700 Ohio State University faculty, staff and students have participated in Health Athlete and have provided positive feedback regarding the tremendous impact that it has had on their lives and personal well-being

Participant Testimonials

Rustin Moore, DVM, PhD Diplomate ACVS
Dean, College of Veterinary Medicine
The Ohio State University
Kathleen Hatch
Executive Director, Recreational Sports
The Ohio State University
Cristy Gao
4th Year College of Nursing Student
The Ohio State University
  • 3.9 Average rating of workshop and facilitators (4-point scale)

“Excellent. It was information I could directly apply to my life. I would think about the information all week, and make positive changes. I am so grateful that I could be a part of this.”

“This was a wonderful workshop. I learned so much and am able to apply it immediately.”

“Wonderful, supportive environment and effective process.”

Unbelievably inspiring. I hope everyone at OSU takes this course!”

“The content was perfect. I wasn't sure what to expect, but I am so glad I attended.”

“I have been so lucky to attend and I left so inspired. From the bottom of my heart — thank you! I was so lucky to get to do this!”

“I believe this will change my life.”

“This program has been the best use of time — the best!”

Research

Study

Sustained Long-Term Effectiveness of an Energy Management Training Course on Employee Vitality and Purpose in Life

This study evaluates the long-term effectiveness of a commercial well-being intervention in a worksite setting.
Study

Effects of the Nurse Athlete Program on New Graduate Nurses

This pilot study tested the preliminary effects of Nurse Athlete on new graduate nurses’ healthy lifestyle beliefs, behaviors, depressive and anxiety symptoms, and health outcomes
Study

Proven Improvement in Workforce Wellbeing

In a study, the HPI 2.5 day Performance course improved employee wellbeing, vitality (energy levels), sleep, and purpose in life