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Wellness

This Month - Back to Basics with BEDS.

BEDS stands for Breathing, Exercise, Diet and Sleep.

Breathing.

Breathing is something we all take for granted. We are born with efficient breathing technique. As we get older, and especially when anxious or stressed, we develop bad breathing technique which only makes matters worse.
Healthy breathing requires slow, rhythmical, deep inhaling and exhaling using the full capacity of the lungs.
During stress or anxiety we breathe faster and shallower in a short, panting manner. This doesn't use all of the lungs and therefore doesn't flush out the stale air full of carbon dioxide.
Always consult your Doctor before trying any exercises if you have any medical conditions. Otherwise, practice for a few minutes each day at breathing deeply in through the nose and out through the mouth. Don't force the breathing, take it at a pace you can manage comfortably . If you feel giddy or light-headed then stop and breathe normally again. Over time, using deep breathing exercises you will find breathing deeply gets easier and feels natural and unstrained. You will be able to breathe deeply for longer periods until it becomes your natural breathing technique. The additional oxygen intake will increase your allertness and energy levels, allowing you to do more than before and for longer before you get tired.

Exercise.

Regular Exercise is essential for a healthy, balanced lifestyle but always consult your Doctor before trying any exercises if you have any medical conditions. This exercise need not be strenuous or exhausting. Brisk walking for a total of 30 minutes per day can be as effective as a run or gym workout. The walks can be taken in 3 sessions of 10 minutes duration and easily fitted into our daily routine. Get off the bus one stop sooner or walk to work or walk during your lunch break. You will hardly know you are doing it. Your daily routine will not be disrupted but your mind and body will feel better for it.

Diet.

We are what we Eat.
A balanced diet, incorporating 5 portions of fruit and vegetables per day, with a minimum of caffeine drinks and sugary or fatty foods helps maintain a healthy body. Replace snack foods like crisps with carrot or celery sticks.
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day; cereals release energy gradually over many hours to prevent energy troughs during the morning.

Sleep.

Sleep is vital to maintaining a healthy mind and body. Most people need about 8 hours of sound sleep per night to recharge their bodies but it varies from person to person. A regular amount is preferable to a few hours per night with a catch-up lay in at the weekend.


For a fuller version of this information, download our free document on BACK TO BASICS from the Documents Page of this website.