"Perhaps the best Yuletide decoration is being wreathed in smiles." -unknown
Did You Know...
During the holiday season health is often times overlooked and forgotten about. The winter season is a time for celebrating and spending time with loved ones, but we should not forget to take care of ourselves as well. It is easy to get caught up in the busy world that surrounds us. Here are some tips to remember ways to help you stay healthy during the busy holiday season.
- Happiness: Set realistic goals for the holiday season
- Openness: Try new things, think about changing some of your holiday routines, perhaps by simplifying some of your traditions
- Activity: Walk around the mall, go for a family walk, or go to the park and play
- Illness Prevention: The weather is colder so you are probably spend more time indoors, being exposed to more people, and have increased stress levels during the holiday seasons. All of this can put you at a higher risk for colds or the flu. Make sure you wash your hands frequently, get plenty of sleep, and reduce stress levels
- Time Management: Have priorities and plan ahead. Try to minimize big tasks by breaking them down into smaller tasks. Remember it is okay to say no.
What else can you do?
Wellness Challenge:
Bundle up and take a walk after dinner!
Take a nice crisp walk after a warm meal and enjoy the beautiful surroundings! Winter will be blanketing the trees with its winter bliss and the holidays are just now beginning. During the holiday season, schedules begin to get more and more busy.
Plan an evening where you can take a walk with the family, friends, or even by yourself. Take this opportunity to enjoy what the winter outdoors has to offer. "Walking outdoors during the winter is extremely invigorating and almost meditative," says Suzanne Nottingham, an American Council on Exercise spokesperson.
Don't forget to bundle up and take precautious measures when walking at night such as wearing bright colors so you can be seen.
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