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Wellness

Wellness. A lifestyle aiming to optimize ALL dimensions of life (physical, emotional, intellectual, social and spiritual). Wellness Continuum. Premature Disability Symptoms Neutral Awareness Education Growth High

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Wellness

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  1. Wellness A lifestyle aiming to optimize ALL dimensions of life (physical, emotional, intellectual, social and spiritual)

  2. Wellness Continuum Premature Disability Symptoms Neutral Awareness Education Growth High Death & Disease Point Level (No Discernable Wellness Illness or Wellness)

  3. Top 5 Causes of Death in U.S. • Cardiovascular Disease (includes Stroke which is #3 by itself) • Cancer – 1 in 3 cases is preventable. • Chronic Lower Respiratory Diseases - Emphysema • Accidents • Diabetes Mellitus – A. Type 1 = body not producing enough insulin. B. Type 2 = cells not sensitive to insulin. “Adult on-set Diabetes”

  4. Top 3 Causes of CVD • Heart Attack – A complete blockage of blood to the heart. • Stroke – Lack of adequate blood flow to the brain. 3. Hypertension – High blood pressure (140/90)

  5. Practical Strategies for Wellness • Become Active • Become Physically Fit • Eat a Proper Diet • Prevent Obesity • Do Not Smoke • Practice Stress Management 7. Practice Self-Care

  6. Become Active “Regular physical activity that is performed on most days of the week reduces the risk of developing or dying from some of the leading causes of illness and death in the U.S.” - U.S. Surgeon General

  7. Become Active Children and teens are recommended to get at least 60 minutes of moderate physical activity a day.

  8. Moderate Physical Activity • Shoveling snow for 15 minutes • Raking leaves for 30 minutes • Walking 1 ¾ miles in 35 minutes • Washing and waxing a car for 45 minutes

  9. Become Physically Fit • Health Related Physical Fitness A. Cardiorespiratory Endurance B. Muscular Fitness (Strength & Endurance) C. Flexibility D. Body Composition • Skill Related Physical Fitness A. Agility B. Balance C. Coordination D. Speed E. Power

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