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| Escape the Monday Madness | June 28, 2010 | |
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Quick tips to keep YOU healthy, sane, and productive all week long.
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 Greetings!
Well, the night kayak ride I mentioned in the last newsletter never happened. My daughter and I were surfing earlier in the day (I got up on the board twice!) and while walking back out to catch another wave, somehow my board flipped and I got knocked in the ribs with the (very stiff and hard) board fins. I was instantly knocked to my knees and had a hard time breathing. I think I fractured some ribs and pulled some muscles. So, I'm not getting around as fast as I usually do. But, there's nothing you can do for this except rest, ice, and pain meds....Meanwhile, I'm doing some slow laps in the pool and even slower walks with the dog. Guess I won't be going to yoga this morning :( Hope you have a fabulous week! Don't forget to keep an eye on the front of your surfboard! |
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Power Up:
Managing Jet Lag
Summertime is vacationtime. And, for many of us that means traveling across time zones. Since the human body is controlled by a "master clock" in our brain that keeps us to a nearly accurate 24 hour cycle....being out of sync can make us feel sick and sleepy. A couple of weeks ago, I traveled from the east coast to the west coast (3 hour difference) for a four day business trip. The first business dinner started at 8pm...the same time that I would be sound asleep at home in Florida. Here are some tips for managing jet lag:
Upon arrival, set your watch to the new time zone and try to keep to the new schedule
Get some daylight sun in your new destination, at least 30 minutes, to help reset your master clock
It's ok to use moderate amounts of caffeine in the morning, but stop drinking in the early afternoon so you can get a good night's sleep at your new location.
Use powernaps, if needed. To help me, I took a nap on the morning flight out to California so I could stay awake for the new bedtime. But, I read on my night flight home in the evening (no naps) so I would be ready for sleep when I arrived home at midnight Florida time.
Some people use melatonin supplements to help get to sleep. According to the NIH, "Based on available studies and clinical use, melatonin is generally regarded as safe in recommended doses for short-term use." I personally, rely on more natural methods. Before taking melatonin, read the NIH reportand discuss with your doctor. |
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Speed Up:
BOSU Balance Trainer I've seen these half-circle balls at the gym but never knew what they were...until now.  And, once I recover, I'm going to try out some of these exercises I found at about.com.
According to fans of the Bosu (an acronym for "Both Sides Up" because it can be used with the hard side up, or the soft one), this piece of exercise equipment helps you strengthen and coordinate several major muscle groups, including the muscles you don't see - including those critical core muscles around your middle. Thus, helping you gain strength, and improve your balance and coordination. | |
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Take Deep Breaths
When you fracture your ribs, it's healthy to keep taking deep breaths (even though it hurts)...to prevent pneumonia.
But, it's healthy for all of us to do that...conscientiously take deep breaths throughout the day. Great way to help you to slow down, refocus, and manage stress. |
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Each of the above articles are designed to educate you about research or what I or others do to stay healthy, sane, and productive. Always check with your medical doctor and other health professionals (including a registered dietitian) before starting any new diet or exercise program.
Thanks for inviting me into your life this Monday morning. If you enjoyed this newsletter, please forward it onto a friend.
Sincerely,
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