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Grant Regional Health Center Post for Fall Fitness

From the Grant Regional Health Center Website (link at bottom):

Sept. 29, 2023— As the seasons change, it can be easy to fall out of a fitness routine. Autumn can be especially busy, but you don’t have to let the change of seasons get you off your game. Instead, let it fuel you!

Here are six fun ways to get your fitness goals back on track this fall, with suggestions from the American Council on Exercise and the American Heart Association:

Take some nature time. Find a nearby nature trail for a walk or trail run. You can take in the changing colors of the leaves or savor other beauties of the season while you get in your workout.

Go for a family bike ride. Autumn’s cooler temps make bike rides that much more pleasant. Explore the area as a family while working up a sweat.

Up the nostalgia factor. Gather your friends together for a day of outdoor childhood games. Set up a horseshoe station. Play flag football. Or just run around like a kid again.

Change the scenery. Do circuit workouts whenever and wherever the mood strikes. You don’t need a gym. Body-weight exercises are just as effective in front of a TV or at the park. Bonus points if you can make your workouts Halloween-themed. Think “pirate” planks or “gargoyle” squats.

Get your training game going. With the holidays approaching, fall is the perfect time to start training for a turkey trot or other holiday fun run.

Tackle a fall fix-up. Spring isn’t the only time to give your home a good spruce. Put some extra oomph into yardwork or household chores this fall. They can build strength and stamina—and leave you feeling good about your home as you get ready to spend more time indoors.

It’s a common fitness myth that not all exercise counts, but activities like these really do add up!

Sources

https://www.grantregional.com/health-library/story/4701aae4-f8fb-4aaf-b8b7-2946426bcb84/

Thank You!!!

We are deeply grateful for JJ and Ashley Markus from Basic Bits and Beknown delivering donations of shirts, stocking caps, baseball caps, ponytail stocking caps, winter headbands, and hat and scarf sets that will keep our clients warm at no cost to them this winter! These full boxes represent opportunities for our amazing staff to meet essential needs in Iowa and Grant Counties. Thank you for making this possible. We’re grateful beyond words for your kindness and generosity.

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With the recent loss of more than 10 million workers from the American workforce, it’s no wonder people are feeling overwhelmed at work!

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Reserve your spot today!

Brats and Boats is a family-friendly event for all! Come spend the day at Governor Dodge State Park and enjoy free boat rentals and the great outdoors. We ask that you register by Oct. 2nd, 2023 to help us plan for food. Registration link: https://forms.gle/MP9bwSS2mMbcWeGY6

How important is support in recovery from addiction?

One essential component of recovery from addiction is support. Support can come in various forms and is crucial for people trying to overcome addiction. Here are some key aspects of support in addiction recovery:

  1. Emotional Support: This includes understanding, empathy, and encouragement from friends, family members, support groups, or therapists. Emotional support helps individuals cope with the emotional challenges and cravings that often accompany addiction recovery.
  2. Social Support: Building a supportive social network can be instrumental in recovery. Positive relationships with people who encourage sobriety and healthy living can help individuals stay on track.
  3. Professional Support: Treatment by trained professionals, such as therapists, counselors, or addiction specialists, is often necessary. They can provide evidence-based therapies and strategies to address the underlying causes of addiction and develop coping mechanisms.
  4. Peer Support Groups: Participation in support groups like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA) can be extremely beneficial. These groups provide a sense of community, shared experiences, and a non-judgmental space to discuss challenges and successes in recovery.
  5. Medical Support: For some individuals, medication-assisted treatment (MAT) may be necessary to manage cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Medical professionals can prescribe and monitor these medications as part of a comprehensive recovery plan.
  6. Lifestyle Support: Learning to adopt a healthy lifestyle is crucial. This includes proper nutrition, regular exercise, stress management techniques, and healthy sleep patterns, all of which contribute to overall well-being and recovery.
  7. Relapse Prevention Strategies: Individuals in recovery need tools and strategies to prevent relapse. This may involve identifying triggers, developing coping skills, and creating a relapse prevention plan.
  8. Continued Care: Recovery is an ongoing process. After initial treatment, ongoing support and check-ins are vital to maintain sobriety and address any potential setbacks.
  9. Personal Motivation: Ultimately, the individual’s desire and commitment to change are essential. Without a personal commitment to recovery, it can be challenging to overcome addiction.

It’s important to note that addiction recovery is a highly individualized process, and what works for one person may not work for another. Therefore, a combination of these support components should be tailored to meet the specific needs of each individual in recovery.

The Honor of Serving Others…

At Unified Community Services, we are so grateful for the honor of supporting and empowering clients who are in recovery from addiction.

Learn more at https://unified.co.grant.wi.gov/

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The Importance of Human Connection

Human connection is so important for wellness!

“Research shows us that loneliness is on the rise, and that a lack of human connection can be more harmful to your health than obesity, smoking and high blood pressure.”

Ways to connect per the article below:

  • “Join a new club, or try out a group activity
  • Reach out to an old friend you’ve lost touch with
  • Volunteer for a cause you care about
  • Eat lunch in a communal space
  • Introduce yourself to your neighbours
  • Ask someone for help when you need it
  • Do a random act of kindness”

Source: https://rb.gy/1q1a0