2 WAYS TO REVIVE YOUR LIFE THIS SUMMER If the mercurial spring weather has prevented you from getting out as much as you would have liked these past few months, you might be feeling a bit of cabin fever about now. Luckily, you can still introduce positive changes to your life that help you feel healthier and younger. Here are two ways to awaken your body and mind. FEELING RENEWED AT ANY AGE
Pay attention to mental health.
Although more years provide more experience and knowledge, sometimes they also come with heavy baggage. The loss of a loved one, trauma, and other struggles can impact your life in later years. This is why it’s good to practice mindfulness. Take some time to focus on the present. Go for a walk and listen to the world around you, feel the fresh air against your skin, fill your lungs, and take in everything you can see. Meditation is also a good way to spend a few minutes to focus on your body in the moment and the things in life that make you happy. Practices like these can help you feel lighter, both physically and emotionally.
Adopt a new activity.
TELEHEALTH SUCCESS STORIES! With this better understanding, you can make choices more aligned with your true interests and personality. Think about getting involved with a new activity you may have always wanted to try but never had the chance, like yoga or even a video game. Trying out new things keeps your brain active. You may even discover a new favorite activity along the way! As you get older, it’s not uncommon to drift further from the lifestyle you had in your 20s and 30s. Things have settled down, and you know a bit more about who you are, what you enjoy, and what you’re capable of. “Working with skilled physical therapists using telehealth is just like being in person but without the commute! I’ve increased my physical therapy sessions to compensate for regular chiropractic, which cannot be conducted remotely, and it’s working great! Keeping up with physical therapy during this time is extremely important and very helpful for overall well-being. Given the recent changes in telehealth rules, all Californians now have access to the most competent physical therapists in our state and possibly our country, not just those who live in San Diego! Take advantage of it!” –Stacy “I just wanted to write you a quick note on my experience with telehealth. I really didn’t know how it could work, but I was pleasantly surprised at how effective it is! It seems pretty easy for you to assess my movement, range of motion, and progress over video. Also, I really like learning
Growing older doesn’t mean you can’t feel renewed and positive. This isn’t just an impossible idea — it’s a reality.
how to adapt the exercises to whatever items I have at home, like using a stable countertop for pushups, using various bands, using a broomstick, etc. This way, I’m able to incorporate the exercises and adapt them to the space and equipment that I have in my house. Therefore, I can do miniworkouts through the day. Also, I like that you can watch me doing things with my own equipment and can give me feedback on my form, ways to advance, etc. I’m really impressed with how well it works! Thanks for your excellent care!” –Dione
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