It is important to also check on your physical wellbeing! Here are some information and resources that ACTS hope you will find useful.
Wellness Week: Importance of Physical Activity and Exercise
- Physical activity and exercise can be effective treatment strategies for symptoms of both depression and anxiety.
- Each day is a new opportunity to engage in physical activity and exercise that can bring short and long-term benefits for mood, sleep, and physical health.
- Consistency and sustained motivation may be enhanced by peer support, family support, or electronic platforms offering exercise programs.
Consider engaging in physical activity once or twice daily that includes brief periods (30-90 seconds) of great intensity.
No time to hit the gym??? ==> Try this 12-move home exercises regime that requires no equipment
(See below)* Pick 6 exercises that you like or more and try to spend 3-5 minutes on each.
Here are some physical activities/exercise that can be done at home:
Limited Mobility exercise:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GpsiUMCAiNY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Vxpwb_e0oM
Important reminders
- Stay hydrated (Remember to drink water everyday)
- Eat Healthy (Try to incorporate fruits and vegetables into your diet)
- Get good sleep (Establish a good sleeping schedule)
UW-Madison Recreation and Wellbeing Center
Offer free online/trial Yoga and other various exercises classes online.
For more information: https://recwell.wisc.edu/2020/03/24/stay-home-and-stay-active/
For More Resources: https://uwell.wisc.edu/physical-wellness/
- Recsports: Offer online classes, personal training, and workplace workouts.
- UHS Medical Services: Offer wellness programs in an individual or group setting to support a student’s pursuit of health: mind, body, and spirit.
- Food Assistance: Free meals in Madison during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic (Madison.com)