Stretch of the Month

Flexion Stretch – Chin to Chest

  1. Gently bend your head forward while bringing your chin toward your chest.
  2. Stop when a stretch is felt in the back of your neck.
  3. Hold position for 15-30 seconds.
  4. Return to starting position. (Neck in midline position).
  5. Repeat above stretch 5 more times.

Towards Wellness

What is Social Wellness?

 Social Wellness is our ability to maintain healthy, supportive relationships with other people. Social Wellness is necessary for your well-being and longevity. Poor social health can result in sickness & disease. A social issue like loneliness caused by a poor support network may double your risk of death within any time period, at any age.

Here are a few more quick tips on how to improve your social health:

  • Spend time with friends and family
  • Avoid those that put you down, take but never give
  • Pursue activities and people who nurture your needs
  • Join a club or organisation that interests you

When you make the choice to improve your social health, you will perform better under stress, boost your self- esteem, increase your energy levels and achieve better overall physical health.