Physical wellbeing is an essential component of overall wellbeing that directly affects longterm health. Important aspects of physical health include exercise, nutrition, sleep, sexual health, and making healthy decisions around substance use. Fostering your physical wellbeing and tuning in to your body's needs not only promotes your physical health, but can benefit your emotional, intellectual and relational wellbeing too.
Exercise
Make moving your body a priority! The best way to develop and sustain a movement routine is to find something that you enjoy. Explore different types of exercise and movement practices and see what works for you.
Potential Benefits
- Reduce stress
- Increase energy
- Maintain a healthy weight
- Improve memory, focus & productivity
- Better sleep
- Improve mood & self-esteem
Resources:
Nutrition
Your body deserves nutritious fuel to perform your best! Focus on foods that nourish your body and approach nutrition with a mindset of satisfaction, connection, and abundance. Making healthy choices around food means discovering what works best for your body.
Potential Benefits
- Increase energy
- Maintain a healthy weight
- Improve skin
- Reduce risk of heart disease and cancer
- Increase productivity
- Improve mood & self-esteem
Resources:
Sleep
Recharge your body and mind! Making time for a good night’s rest is a wise investment. A pattern of seven to eight hours of sleep will keep you feeling sharp and ready to tackle the day.
Potential Benefits
- Increase energy
- Improve memory, focus & decision-making
- Maintain a healthy weight
- Improve productivity
- Reduce stress
- Improve mood
Resources:
Sexual Health & Substance Use Resources
- Sexual Health
- Substance Use