Physical Activity and Health

Time to get the message that leading a sedentary life will destroy your overall health. As with nutrition, you must experiment and find the workout that works for you. You must also force yourself to move everyday. From cleaning your house or apartment to getting a gym workout, moving is what maintains your body and keeps it fit.

The magic number when it comes to walking is 10000 as in steps. A pedometer is required. Then again, you can start running. It's never too late to begin an exercise routine. WebMD has great resources and information on fitness.

You can't deny the importance of physical fitness. If it becomes overwhelming you can start at fitness basics.

If you look at fitness and exercise you only have a part of the factors that set the importance for your overall health. People have different goals when it comes to exercise. Some want to lose weight, some are into bodybuilding or power lifting. So the goal may vary from the means used to get their. At some point, most should realize, more than achieving a goal, it has come time to maintain only.

The biggest mistake that the novice falls into is pushing too hard early on. In the 70s when I lived in Europe, we referred to it as SUPER TRAINING. Start slow and proceed with caution, because Rome wasn't built in a day, either! This also applies to those who haven't exercised in awhile. Overtraining Syndrome is real. It can make you stop training or exercising altogether. Wait until I get into my New Years Resolution diatribe that will come around, well, New Years!

How do you motivate people to start Exercising? You have to hit them where they live. Boost mood and improve sex aren't good enough???

Reduce stress with exercise and working late is no longer an excuse.

Always take your doctor's advice when it comes to any health issue.

Workplace Wellness

In an email I received some shocking news that never dawned on me. Spending 40 hours, or more, at work may not be the healthiest of environment. The most germs are found in the break room. The email was from the Cleveland Clinic:

And the award for dirtiest spot in your workplace goes to cafeterias and break rooms. Wash your hands or use sanitizing gel before eating.

When you think about germ hot spots at your workplace, the last place you probably consider is the break room, where you prepare and eat all your food. Well, we hate to ruin your appetite, but office kitchens and break rooms have even dirtier surfaces than the restrooms. Some of the most germ-infested areas: microwave and refrigerator door handles, vending machine buttons, and the kitchen sink faucet. Wiping down surfaces with cleansing wipes and washing your hands before eating can help keep you safe from germs and minimize your risk of getting sick. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ You can bet that I am going to be more careful at work, and possibly eat outside. Your overall health at work tends to suffer, but there are ways to stay healthy at work. There are also ways to have a healthier work life.  Here are some literature and resources you might be able to use on the topic and beyond. Watch for burnout, which leads to emotional eating in women.   Staying healthy at work should be a priority. In winter it is 10 times more challenging to stay healthy. Don't stop washing your hands often, especially after using the washroom. Here are more tips.   To save money and preserve your health, bring your own food. Most restaurants don't rally offer healthy meals and aren't exactly germ free. Other workplace wellness tips are here.