Take it Easy

September is coming to an end, which means midterms are around the corner. Many of us are staying up later, possibly taking advantage of the 24-hour access to the first floor of the library. However, the late night study sessions are taking away from our sleep time; keeping us awake in our room, and messing with our sleep patterns. If you are an athlete, things get a bit more stressful with morning practices and upcoming games. With our stress increasing and relax time decreasing, our health is in jeopardy.

Here are just a few health tips that can benefit you in the long run:

·         Drinkat least 8 glasses of water a day. Water keeps the body hydrated, refreshed, and helps to flush toxins out of the body.

·         Ease upon the sugary drinks, and coffee. This makes you more tired than energized during the day, causing a craving for more sugar and caffeine.

·         Stretchat least 5 minutes a day to help reduce stress, improve flexibility, and increase blood flow in the body.

·         Are you an insomniac? Turn off all the lights, and electronics (to avoid temptation). This will tell your body it's time for bed, and will help you stay asleep longer.

·         Try your best to get the recommended 8 hours of sleep each night. This way you are more energized in the morning, not needing the caffeine, and sugar to keep you awake.

·         Always remember to never skip breakfast. Breakfast is the most important meal. It aids in keeping your brain, and body, functioning throughout the day.

A happy body is a healthy body!