Exercise
Why is it important to alternate exercising different parts of the body throughout the week?
Choosing different workouts throughout the week, from strength to cardio to yoga, means you're not only working different large muscle groups but also smaller muscles that you wouldn't necessarily hit with just one modality. It helps improve your overall fitness, not just one area that may get "exhausted" from daily repetitions.
What foods can be anti-inflammatory?
To fall asleep faster, you can: create a relaxing bedtime routine with calming activities like reading a book, practice deep breathing exercises, and avoid screens (phones, laptops) at least an hour before bed; this helps signal to your body that it's time to wind down and prepare for sleep
What are 3 things you could do to decrease feelings of anxiety or stress?
To decrease feelings of anxiety or stress, you can: practice deep breathing exercises, engage in physical activity like a walk or yoga, and spend time doing a relaxing activity like listening to calming music, spending time in nature, speaking to a supportive loved one; all of these can help to calm your mind and body when feeling overwhelmed.
What exercises could you do at home with a resistance band?
What makes a balanced meal?
It is generally agreed that a balanced plate consists of one quarter proteins, one quarter carbohydrates and one half vegetables.
How many hours is recommended for healthy sleep and healing?
According to most health experts, a healthy adult should aim for 7 to 9 hours of sleep per night to promote optimal healing and well-being; this range allows for individual variations in sleep needs, but generally, most people benefit from within this window
What are three things you could do to decrease social isolation?
To decrease social isolation, you could: 1. Regularly reach out to friends and family through phone calls or video chats, 2. Join a local club or group based on your interests to meet new people, and 3. Volunteer in your community to connect with others while giving back; all of these actions encourage consistent social interaction and build new connections
Commonly considered safe over-the-counter pain medications include acetaminophen (Tylenol) and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) and naproxen (Aleve), when taken as directed according to the label and approved by your doctor.
What type of exercise can you do to increase your heart rate?
To increase your heart rate, engage in cardiovascular exercises like running, swimming, cycling, brisk walking, jumping rope, dancing, stair climbing, or high-intensity interval training (HIIT), which involve quick bursts of intense activity followed by rest periods; all of these activities elevate your heart rate significantly
Give three examples of healthy fats?
Foods high in good fats include vegetable oils (such as olive, canola, sunflower, soy, and corn), nuts, seeds, and fish.
What are three ways to create a healthy sleepy hygiene environment?
To create a healthy sleep hygiene environment, you can: keep your bedroom cool and dark, minimize noise with earplugs or a white noise machine, and only use your bed for sleep and intimacy; essentially, making your bedroom a dedicated space for rest and relaxation by controlling temperature, light, and sound levels.
How does eating healthy and getting good sleep impact your mental health?
Eating a healthy diet and getting enough quality sleep significantly improves mental health by providing the brain with necessary nutrients to function optimally, regulating mood chemicals, reducing stress, and enhancing cognitive abilities, while poor diet and sleep deprivation can negatively impact mood and contribute to anxiety and depression symptoms
Explain how gratitude and joy can change your mood and perspective on chronic pain?
Practicing gratitude and cultivating joy can significantly change your mood and perspective on chronic pain by shifting your focus away from the pain itself and towards the positive aspects of your life, leading to a greater sense of well-being and potentially reducing the perceived intensity of pain, even if the pain itself remains present; this is achieved by activating positive emotions in the brain which can counteract the negative effects of chronic pain.
What is the difference between hurt vs. harm when it comes to chronic pain and exercise?
How many grams of fiber do you want per day?
(25-35g/day)
Why does technology use directly before bedtime create sleep challenges?
Using technology right before bed often leads to sleep difficulties because the blue light emitted from screens suppresses the production of melatonin, a hormone crucial for sleep, essentially signaling to your body that it's still daytime, making it harder to fall asleep; additionally, the stimulating content on devices can keep your mind active and prevent relaxation, further disrupting your sleep cycle.
How does mindfulness and meditation assist in treating emotional stress?
Three potential benefits of practicing yoga regularly are: improved flexibility, reduced stress levels, and enhanced balance, as the practice incorporates physical postures that stretch muscles, breathing techniques to calm the mind, and poses that challenge stability, leading to a more coordinated body and a sense of well-being.
Why is physical therapy a daily component of FRP program?
Physical activity through physical therapy can help reduce and manage chronic pain. Physical therapy is also a safe and effective choice to strengthen and improve a specific area of the body for long-term use, as well as minimize the need for pain management medications, such as prescription opioids.
List at least 3 healthy sources of proteins.
Chicken breasts, beans, low fat dairy, eggs, nuts, seeds.
Approximately after how long should you get out of bed if you can't fall asleep?
If you can't fall asleep, most experts recommend getting out of bed after around 20-30 minutes of lying awake; if you continue to toss and turn, try to get up and do a relaxing (non-screen) activity in a different room until you feel sleepy and can return to bed.
What is something you are proud of in your journey of overcoming pain and seeking out wellness?
Let's hear it! :)
What does it mean in Work Comp lingo if you are deemed "permanent and stationary?"
In Workers' Comp, "permanent and stationary" (P&S) means that your medical condition related to a work injury has reached its maximum level of improvement and is not expected to get better or worse, essentially signifying that your injury has stabilized and is considered permanent, allowing your doctor to assess the extent of your permanent disability based on this stable condition; it's often used interchangeably with "maximal medical improvement (MMI)"