We are now one week into our "Invest in Healthy Aging" contest and the response has been nothing short of inspiring! We asked you how you invest in your health and, boy, did you tell us!
Here are just a few of the stories we've received so far! I'll be sure to share even more of your stories, tips, and inspiring ideas next week! Remember that you can enter the contest once a week so keep the ideas coming! How do you invest in your body, mind, and relationships?
For Vince in Prince Rupert, challenging others is part of the fun!
We go out and walk 5 km with our dogs whenever the weather permits. We try to walk as long as we can and always take pictures to share and inspire others to get out and walk. I use Fitbit to track our steps and use it to challenge our friends.
Velvet in Dawson Creek is having a fun retirement filled with healthy living activities!
This is my year! Swimming, walking, joined a gym. Had some dental work done, had physio for my neck, getting spa treatments. Got my eyes checked and had an appointment with the doctor for a physical. I'm also involved with the Palliative Society as a volunteer. I'm eating better and trying to teach my husband about meals and activities ... next is ice skating. Also involved with the Legion, art gallery, and Better at Home Program. I am having a fun retirement!!
For Anita in Prince George, family and physical activity come together for a great healthy living investment!
How I invested this week in my body & mind was by attending three intense strength building classes after work that included kettlebells, sandbags, and core training. I also invested in my relationships by working out at these classes alongside my sister & daughter. They both bring encouragement & strength to commit to this time on a weekly basis.
Diane in Chetwynd wishes she had started the investment earlier, but is enjoying her activity now!
I have been going to the gym for a month now and enjoying it! Should of done this 30 years ago.
Dogs made a couple of appearances in your healthy aging investment portfolios! For Pat in Hixon, her German shepherd makes for a healthy living companion!
My husband Larry and I are making an effort to walk to the Hixon post office to get our mail at least 3 times a week. We take our German shepherd dog, Tikka, who loves the walk. We are concerned about keeping her healthy, also!
Marlee in Terrace shared some important reminders about focusing and investing in relationships!
I find that being surrounded by family, friends, and physically exercising not only your mind in speech and conversation, but freeing your body in physical exercise with those important to you can help to decrease stress and keep your body and mind healthy. Whether it's a coffee date or a walk downtown, disassociating yourself from work and allowing yourself to focus on individual relationships important to you will keep you healthy and happy!
Thank you to everyone who shared their healthy living ideas so far!
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