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A few kids have actually died from the flu this year here in Colorado one of them 15 years old! Being healthy is one thing I know I often take for granted until I get sick, that is. I’ve found that it’s easier to stay healthy than it is to get healthy again once you’re sick, too. With that in mind (and the season just getting underway), here are some quick tips for staying healthy this wrestling season:
Eat well. This means eating plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, the best way to get all the nutrients your body needs to stay healthy.
Avoid sugar! Sugar depresses your immune system. Soda pop is probably the #1 culprit for most people, so do yourself a favor and have a water or fresh juice instead. (Dads and coaches, alcohol also depresses your immune system.)
Supplement with vitamins/minerals. Vitamin C and zinc, in particular, have been shown to strengthen the immune system.
Get enough sleep. Our immune system is very dependent on this, and we’re especially vulnerable to sickness when we neglect our proper rest (around 8 hours per night for most people).
Stay well hydrated. Our bodies need plenty of water to function properly, especially when it’s doing extra things like working out and fighting off all the “bugs” that typically go around. Hot drinks and soups are also good here, and help us
Stay warm. When we get cold, we force our bodies to work to stay warm. This takes energy away from the immune system and makes us more vulnerable to sickness.
Exercise (this one’s easy during the season!). Regular exercise keeps your metabolism high and your body (including your immune system) functioning at a high level like a well-oiled machine.
Stay clean. Shower right after practice, and wash your hands with soap and hot water frequently. Most cold and flu viruses are spread by direct contact.
Avoid close contact with people who have a cold or flu.
Keep your hands out of your eyes, nose, and mouth. Your hands are probably the one part of your body where you’re most likely to pick up virus-spreading germs. No need to help out the “bad guys” by putting them directly inside you!
Keep a positive attitude and a joyful outlook. More on that below!
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Fun With Fitness
One of the most important things a person can do when it comes to overall fitness, is to choose activities you enjoy. If you enjoy the activities you are participating in, you are more likely to stick with them. You may also want to consider journaling your fitness goals, habits, and desires. If your goal is to lose weight, you may also want to keep a food diary to keep track of calories, and help you remember what you’ve eaten throughout the day.
If you are not comfortable going to the gym, try walking a few days a week. Walk at least thirty minutes a day, a few times a week for the greatest benefits. If you don’t have time to fit thirty minutes in all at once, break it into three ten minute segments. You will still benefit from the exercise. If you like a little more adventure, consider a martial arts class, or a kickboxing class. For a lower stress workout, try dance, tai chi, or a beginning yoga class. If you don’t feel up to a vigorous workout, that’s okay. You don’t need to sweat and push yourself through every fitness routine. Stretch out for a few minutes and then jump in the hot tub, or simply throw a ball to your dog. Fitness is not just for the body, but for the mind also. Even simple exercises can lower stress and blood pressure.
If you don’t want to exercise alone, ask a friend to join the gym with you, or to walk with you. Other group activities could include playing basketball, softball or even bowling.
If you don’t want to spend the money to join a gym, there are many fitness options that you could do from home. One could invest in a treadmill or a stationary bike. There are many exercise DVD’s on the market, from kickboxing to walking videos. You may want to invest in a few tools to use at home. For example, you may enjoy light hand weights, an exercise ball, or exercise bands. Try jump-roping or the kids hula-hoops. You may even want to get your kids involved, and exercise as a family. Fun outdoor games like kick the can, or tag are a great way for the whole family to get fit together. Hiking is an enjoyable family activity also. Check out the trails at your local state or county park. Not only will you benefit from the hike, but sometimes there are fun things to see along the way. While hiking, you may enjoy the local wildlife, or take in the scenery of a woodland pond. Biking is another way to enjoy fitness as a family. Your local parks may offer riding trails with a range of difficulty, or just bike around town. Another great family activity is swimming. Head to the local pool or join the Y. Your local YMCA offers activities for the whole family.
Fitness is for everyone, from children to seniors. Enjoy the benefits that a fitness routine can bring to the body and mind, and start your exercise routine today. Whether you join a group activity, or decide to go it alone, just remember the most important element to getting fit, is to have fun with it.
Morgan Turley is a yoga instructor at Essence Yoga Studio, providing a variety of yoga Mesa AZ classes.
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