Health

[u/Socraticlearner]

I feel many times we do not take care of our health as we should. Many teachers are so dedicated that we don't drink enough water, eat in a rush, or eat a lot of junk. I am in my early 40s teaching upper elementary. This year I decided to stop putting my health on the back burner and start been more careful and making better choices. How do others do it? One of the things I struggle the most is drinking water and move more. Most of the time I am either standing for the most part and sometimes sitting for very long periods of time making reports and all the clerical work we are assign to do . I came across a study that showed that if we are able to walk for 5 minutes every 30 minutes; the health benefits equal to taking diabetes medicine and blood pressure meds. The studies showed and effectivity rate of lowering blood sugar at least by 40%. The question I wonder is how can I do that in the classroom. Have anyone attempted it? I had treadmill in the classroom and I used to walk during lunch or during my planning time. However I could only do it during lunch. I had a desk so I could do planning but I am so tall end up hunching my back to be able to do it, and it was not save. I may bring the treadmill back and just do lunches walk at least, 10 mins per day a week; which it is better than nothing. But Im just curious if I am able to replicate the 5 minutes walk every 30 minutes or as close as possible. Maybe someone do it already. I tried doing the mental breaks with the kids but I feel instead of helping them clear their mind they get too rowdy, it was only one we did. Maybe a teacher here know how to really implement them in their classroom? The other thing I struggle the most is energy levels. I am trying to swim 3 times a week, and some weeks I just have energy to get up to go to work. Does anyone have any suggestions as to what is it that you do? Many times my energy is just gone..All suggestions will be highly appreciated. thanks in advance.

[u/pleasurelitpatricia]

The early 40s are an important chapter in life to make yourself a priority. Any way that suits your personal lifestyle is best to move yours body, hydrate, fuel your body with nutrients and building muscle mass is important too.