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exercise patterns causes you to get disoriented or start floating, you can:
Stop and give yourself more time to heal.
Talk about what you are experiencing with someone you trust. Don't isolate
yourself.
It takes time and consistent effort to change. Give yourself time and be gentle
with yourself.
General Tips for Good Health
Some general tips for overall good health:
Keep your weight within the range your doctor recommends for you.
Avoid excessive alcohol and other chemicals, caffeine, fats, sugars, and
smoking.
Try to get regular exercise every day. Brisk walking and stair climbing count, so
try to work them into your daily routine whenever you can. For heart fitness,
add 20 minutes of aerobic exercise (biking, swimming, etc.) at least three times
a week.
Reward yourself with little treats for making changes in your diet and sticking to
them. Treats may include new clothes, books, magazines, movies, sports
equipment, or simply time off for something you usually don't get to do.
Minimizing the Effects of Stress
Common signs of stress and anxiety are nervousness, trembling, dizziness,
pounding heart, inability to concentrate, inability to slow down or relax,
abnormal eating habits, and troubled breathing. (Source: 1969 Parlay
International and US Dept. of Health and Human Services.)
There are many ways to keep the negative effects of different stresses to a
minimum, including:
• Take time for yourself to relax each day. Perhaps, go away for the
weekend or take some time off.
• Get enough sleep and eat a healthy diet.
• Talk out worries with a trusted friend.
• Exercise regularly after getting your doctor's okay (if necessary).
• Learn to "let go" of things which are outside of your control. Learn to
adapt to changes.
• Learn to take action when you can make a difference.
• Avoid excessive alcohol and other chemicals, caffeine, fats, sugars, and
smoking.
exercise patterns causes you to get disoriented or start floating, you can:
Stop and give yourself more time to heal.
Talk about what you are experiencing with someone you trust. Don't isolate
yourself.
It takes time and consistent effort to change. Give yourself time and be gentle
with yourself.
General Tips for Good Health
Some general tips for overall good health:
Keep your weight within the range your doctor recommends for you.
Avoid excessive alcohol and other chemicals, caffeine, fats, sugars, and
smoking.
Try to get regular exercise every day. Brisk walking and stair climbing count, so
try to work them into your daily routine whenever you can. For heart fitness,
add 20 minutes of aerobic exercise (biking, swimming, etc.) at least three times
a week.
Reward yourself with little treats for making changes in your diet and sticking to
them. Treats may include new clothes, books, magazines, movies, sports
equipment, or simply time off for something you usually don't get to do.
Minimizing the Effects of Stress
Common signs of stress and anxiety are nervousness, trembling, dizziness,
pounding heart, inability to concentrate, inability to slow down or relax,
abnormal eating habits, and troubled breathing. (Source: 1969 Parlay
International and US Dept. of Health and Human Services.)
There are many ways to keep the negative effects of different stresses to a
minimum, including:
• Take time for yourself to relax each day. Perhaps, go away for the
weekend or take some time off.
• Get enough sleep and eat a healthy diet.
• Talk out worries with a trusted friend.
• Exercise regularly after getting your doctor's okay (if necessary).
• Learn to "let go" of things which are outside of your control. Learn to
adapt to changes.
• Learn to take action when you can make a difference.
• Avoid excessive alcohol and other chemicals, caffeine, fats, sugars, and
smoking.
