THE HOLIDAYS DON’T HAVE TO BE PERFECT! TIPS TO PREVENT HOLIDAY STRESS
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therapist will assist you with many of these exercises, but will also provide some simple ones that can be done at home. The end goal of physical therapy is living the life you want, free from painful limitations. Thatcanonlyhappenwhenyouapply theconceptsyou learnfromyour treatments to theoutsideworld. Our physical therapists areas dedicatedas you are, andwill encourage you toachieveall thegoals youset forth in thebeginning Aspire Toward A Happier And Healthier Life Today Maintainingahealthy lifestyle takeswork, but onceyouget into thegrooveof it, it becomesmucheasier. For example, eatingnutritious foods is oneof the easiest ways to improve your health (althoughwe know those sweets are hard to kick.) Physical activity is thehardest aspect toget in thehabit of doing, especially if you are being held back by chronic pain. Some people try to mask their symptoms withanti-inflammatoryor pain-relievingmedications, whileothersunfortunately giveupon the ideaof beingactivealtogether. Luckily, there isanalternativeoption: physical therapy. With the help of a physical therapist, it is possible to reclaim your pain-free, healthy lifestyle, and get back to doing the activities you love. Everyone has different needs based on the conditions of their bodies. There is no cookie-cutter approach to health and wellness, as one treatment plan may not work the same for one person as it would for another. Your physical therapist will work closelywith you to evaluate your mobility, balance, range of motion, and severity of pain. Your physical goalswill alsobe taken intoaccountwhencreatingyour treatment plan, as well as any health risks that may be holding you back. At your initial evaluation, youmaybeasked toperformbasicmovements, suchassittingdown, standing up, walking, lifting, stretching, or other motions. Once your physical therapist has a clear picture of what you need, he or she will begin constructing a treatment plan to help relieve your pain and achieve your goals. In the end, an active lifestyle is more than possible, even if you struggle with chronic pain. If youare looking to improve your health, strength, andphysical activity, look no further–RestorePhysical Therapy ishere tohelp. Scheduleaconsultation with one of our physical therapists today and get started on your journey toward better health and wellness!
Be Realistic. The holidays don’t have to be perfect or just like last year. As families change and grow, traditions and rituals often change as well. Choose a few to hold on to, and be open to creating new ones. For example, if your adult children can’t come to your house, find new ways to celebrate together, such as sharing pictures, e-mails or videos. Stick To A Budget. Before you go gift and food shopping, decide how much money you can afford to spend. Then stick to your budget. Don’t try to buy happiness with an avalanche of gifts. • Try these alternatives: • Donate to a charity in someone’s name. • Give homemade gifts. Plan Ahead. Set aside specific days for shopping, baking, visiting friends and other activities. Plan your menus and then make your shopping list. And make sure to line up help for party prep and cleanup. Learn To Say No. Saying yes when you should say no can leave you feeling resentful and overwhelmed. Friends and colleagues will understand if you can’t participate in every project or activity. Don’t let the holidays become something you dread. Instead, take steps to prevent the stress and depression that can descend during the holidays. Learn to recognize your holiday triggers, such as financial pressures or personal demands, so you can combat thembefore they lead to ameltdown.
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Healthy Recipe Chocolate Peppermint Toffee
Ingredients • 1 sleeve of Ritz Crackers (about 16 crackers) • 1/2 cup butter (1 stick)
• 1/2 cup brown sugar • 1 cup chocolate chips • peppermint candy
Directions Preheat your oven to 425˚ and line 8 x 8 baking dish with parchment paper. Cover bottom of pan with crackers. Combine brown sugar and butter in a pan and bring to a boil. Boil for 3 min WITHOUT stirring. Immediately pour mixture over crackers in the pan and spread evenly. Bake for 5 min to thicken and set the caramel. Remove from oven and sprinkle chocolate chips evenly over the top. Place the pan back in oven for about 2 min or until chocolate is soft enough to spread. Immediately spread melted chocolate chips so that you have a nice even layer. Sprinkle with crushed peppermint candy and cool for several hours before serving.
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