There is more to staying healthy than seeing your doctor when you are sick. It\u2019s also about making healthy choices and improving your overall well-being. From exercise to eating right and quitting smoking, there are many things you can do to improve your health.<\/p>\n
Exercise can be fun<\/strong><\/p>\n Regular exercise makes you strong and flexible. It also reduces stress, boosts energy and helps you control your weight. Exercise can even help you sleep better.<\/p>\n With benefits like these, it\u2019s no wonder the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends at least 150 minutes of physical activity per week and strength training two or more days per week.<\/p>\n Get started by doing what you enjoy.<\/em> Exercising doesn\u2019t mean you have to join the gym. That can help, of course, but here are some other creative ways to fit exercise into your life:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Get strong.<\/em> Strength exercises such as lifting weights, doing push-ups, sit-ups or any other type of strength training can help you stay fit. Strong muscles protect your joints, reshape your body, and actually burn calories, even when you\u2019re standing still.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t forget to stretch.<\/em> Stretching keeps you toned and limber, prevents injuries, and helps you move freely. Simple stretches or yoga can protect you from muscle tears and aches.<\/p>\n Eat your way to better health<\/strong><\/p>\n Proper nutrition is a fundamental part of good health. It is not always easy to know what good nutrition is, how to eat right, or how to compare different food choices. Learn more at http:\/\/healthnewengland.org\/wellness\/healthy-eating<\/a>. Here you\u2019ll find some helpful nutrition webinars about the basics of nutrition.<\/p>\n Prevention is key<\/strong><\/p>\n Preventive care helps you get ahead of any health issues. Routine checkups, immunizations, lab tests and health screenings may help you lower your risk for disease and can help your doctor diagnose and treat any health concerns early.\u00a0 So remember to see your primary care doctor for your yearly wellness visit.<\/p>\n Free extra benefits for Be Healthy\u2122 members<\/strong><\/p>\n At Health New England, we want you to succeed. Whether you are working to maintain a healthy diet and weight, or trying to quit smoking, we can help. That\u2019s why we have free extra benefits to support our Be Healthy\u2122 members in all that you do.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n\n
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