A Healthy Home
by Jessica Ray,
Exercise Specialist

Here's a thought, "If you don't have your health, where are you going to live?" Our bodies are our homes. Just like your home, you want to keep it clean, decorate it so it looks attractive, build equity, remodel when things need repaired--our bodies are just the same! By including a healthy diet, physical activity, and self-care your body will build strength, be healthy, look and feel better, and most importantly live a vital and productive life.

Eating a healthy diet has a lot of power in determining your health's future. You can reduce risk for stroke and other cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, coronary artery disease, and certain cancers. Our bones provide our body its framework just like a house.

Exercising unfortunately takes a backseat since it takes time and effort. Did you know that exercising 30 minutes a day will help you manage your weight, improve your mood, combat chronic diseases, strengthen your heart and lungs, help you sleep better, and even put the spark back into your sex life? All of these benefits contribute to your body's happy home and the effort put fourth will absolutely benefit you in many ways.

The finishing touches you want your body to have to complete its healthy home are self-care techniques. Think of this like insurance, you want your home to have good value and policy in case of a disaster. It's important to get routine checkups that will prevent illnesses. Stress is an unhealthy behavior that takes a toll on your health as well. Practice acceptance, self-talk, and relaxation techniques so your body's home is harmonious.

Vitamins and minerals...we link the two words together as if they were synonymous, serving similar functions with a purpose to make us well. They are in fact quite different, and by understanding the role of each along with their sources and functions, you will better understand the role of nutrition and supplementation in a wellness lifestyle.  Read the Fitness Systems Inc. article >>

Using objects such as a box or paddles in your practice routine not only helps you improve, it's also a fun way to work on your mechanics and feel. Better yet, you don't need a driving range to do these drills. Both can be practiced indoors or outdoors. See how these simple objects can be used to cure your hook or slice in the following swing drills.   Read more from Golflink.com>>