MCC Weekly Wellness Info
What is the
difference in these plants? One is wilted and fading, while the other is
vibrant and strong. What causes the differences? Hydration. Water is just as important in our bodies as it is in the
livelihood of your house plants. Water helps your body with the following:
· Keeps
its temperature normal.
· Lubricates
and cushions your joints.
· Protects
your spinal cord and other sensitive tissues.
· Gets
rid of wastes through urination, perspiration, and bowel movements.
Although there is
no research to identify the exact amount of water you should drink, experts
usually recommend drinking six to eight
8-ounce glasses of water daily. Most people can meet daily fluid needs by
drinking when thirsty and drinking fluids with meals. However, some
circumstances require that we take in more fluids to stay hydrated- in hot
climates, when physically active, running a fever, having diarrhea or vomiting.
Studies show the
average person gains about a pound
between Thanksgiving and January. Most adults gain one to two pounds a year
over a lifetime, so staving off the holiday pound can go a long way. Drinking water instead of high-calorie beverages
can help reduce the amount of total calories we consume each day, resulting in
weight management or even loss. Another common weight loss tip is to drink water before every meal. The idea
behind this is that the water will fill your stomach and signal your brain to eat
less. Research doesn’t support or dismiss the effectiveness of this practice,
but it wouldn’t hurt to give it a try for yourself!
This Week in Wellness
FREE Group Fitness Classes
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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7:30-8:15am
Bootcamp
Fitness Room
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7:30-8:15am
Bootcamp
Fitness Room
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12:45-1:15pm
H.I.I.T.
Fitness Room (119)
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11:30am-12:30pm
Beginner Yoga
PE Gym (100)
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4:00-5:00pm
Pilates
Dance Room (020)
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4:30-5:30pm
Zumba
Dance Room (020)
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4:00-5:00pm
Pilates
Dance Room (020)
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*No Group Fitness Dec. 12th –Jan. 11th
Fit Tip & Challenge
Keep track of the amount of water and other beverages your consume over
2 – 3 days. Then set a goal to
increase your water intake and reduce the amount of high-calorie beverages. Record your progress for at least three
weeks and see if your body can tell the difference. The following tips can help you increase the
amount of water you drink daily.
- Carry a water bottle for easy access when you are at work or running errands.
- Freeze some freezer-safe water bottles. Take one with you for ice-cold water all day long.
- Choose water instead of sugar-sweetened beverages. This tip can also help with weight management. Substituting water for one 20-ounce sugar-sweetened soda will save you about 240 calories.
- Choose water instead of other beverages when eating out. Generally, you will save money and reduce calories.
- Give your water a little pizzazz by adding a wedge of lime or lemon. This may improve the taste, and you just might drink more water than you usually do.
For more tips and information visit
these links-
http://www.choosemyplate.gov/food-groups/downloads/TenTips/DGTipsheet19MakeBetterBeverageChoices.pdf
Step It Up Challenge
Congratulations to the
individuals who reached the 140,000 step goal and the members of the top three
teams. Individual prize- a gym bag to help get you to and from workouts! Prize
for the top teams- a gym towel for all of their hard work and sweat. Thanks and
great job to everyone who participated in this wellness challenge. Keep working
toward a heatlhy lifestyle and watch for another wellness challenge next
semester!
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