March 2026 Wellness Calendar

March to Better Health

March forward with purpose. Each day is an opportunity to grow stronger, healthier and more balanced.

Use this calendar for daily self-care ideas to nurture your well-being.

Let us know which activity was your favorite by April 15 and take advantage of the opportunity to receive Working for a Healthier Tennessee swag!

March 2: It's National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Do you have medical insurance with Partners for Health? You might qualify to earn an incentive if you complete a colon cancer screening.

March 3: Check your inbox for this month’s Be Well @Work newsletter. You could receive a prize if you answer the monthly trivia question.

March 4: What’s for dinner? Try this pasta primavera with colorful vegetables to welcome the spirit of springtime.

March 5: Take a 15-minute fitness break at 10 a.m. CT. Can’t join live? Download the fitness break meeting invite to access the video link in the Microsoft Teams meeting chat.

March 6: Are you a colon cancer survivor? We'd love to celebrate you on the Working for a Healthier Tennessee Facebook pageShare your photo with us. 

March 9: Take a wellness break to Stretch & Destress from 12-12:15 p.m. CT. Can’t join live? Download the Stretch & Destress invite to access video links in the Microsoft Teams chat to complete on your own time.

March 10: It's National Nutrition Month! Show us your healthy lunch to inspire other employees on Working for a Healthier Tennessee's Facebook page!

March 11: Register for 4Mind4Body: How to Beat Fatigue and Sleep Better, presented by Optum Health, taking place from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CT. Can’t attend live? Register to receive the recording.

March 12: Asparagus marks the start of spring produce—bright, seasonal and simple. Enjoy this baked asparagus with balsamic sauce recipe.

March 13: It’s Sleep Awareness Week. Unwind with a free sleep story on the Calm app.

March 16: Celebrate spring at Tennessee State Parks! Find an event near you by filtering by region.

March 17: Recharge your midday energy with a 10-minute fitness break at 11 a.m. CT.

March 18: “The earth laughs in flowers.” -Ralph Waldo Emerson

March 19: Register for the Healthy Habits webinar with Optum Health taking place from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. CT. Can’t attend live? Register to receive the recording.

March 20: Happy first day of spring! Step outside, soak up the sunshine and share your favorite spring moments with us. We'll feature your photos on the Working for a Healthier Tennessee Facebook page.

March 23: Snack smart, save big! Make your own peanut butter banana bars and freeze some for later. 

March 24: It's Diabetes Alert Day. Discover how to prevent Type 2 diabetes with Sharecare’s Eat Right Now.

March 25: Elevate your self-care with Mindfulness with Nat from 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. CT. Can't attend live? Enjoy the January Mindfulness with Nat recording

March 26: Savor this easy Indian creamed spinach (saag) side dish on National Spinach Day!

March 27: Share your wellness wins, big or small, to inspire others. We might feature you in an upcoming newsletter or on the Working for a Healthier Tennessee Facebook page! You can remain anonymous.

March 30: Enjoy the Cozy Coffee Shop YouTube Channel on Virtual Vacation Day.

March 31: Let us know your favorite activity from this calendar by April 15. You could receive a prize! 

Learn about all upcoming wellness activities, challenges, webinars and workouts on our Wellness Events webpage. If you have questions, please email WFHT.TN@tn.gov

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