Dignity Health | St. Rose Dominican | Reach | Winter 2018

Reach | Winter 2018 5 the body Love you’re in Appreciate all your body can do. Move. Dance. Stretch. Explore. Recognize and develop your strengths. Surround yourself with positive people. Stop comparing yourself to others. Talk positively about your body. Focus on health rather than weight. Love your body like a cherished friend— feed it healthy food, get plenty of rest, etc. Be yourself— perfectly you. CULTIVATE A POSITIVE BODY IMAGE AT ANY AGE —Continued on page 6 “Sometimes, making small changes is all you need to believe in yourself and to get moving toward a healthier future,” says Holly Lyman, MPH, CLC, Director of St. Rose Dominican’s Community Outreach Centers. To exercise more 1 PROMPT YOURSELF. Use your smartphone to send yourself reminders for exercise breaks. Then march in place, do some squats, or take a quick walk around your block or office. 2 RETHINK YOUR COMMUTE. If you drive, could you bike or walk a few times each week? If you take public transportation, why not get off at an earlier stop and hoof it the rest of the way? 3 JOIN US FOR A FITNESS CLASS. St. Rose Dominican’s Community Outreach Centers offer a wide variety of free or low-cost classes. Try one of the many yoga classes or even tai chi, Zumba, or belly dancing. Whether you’re young or “young at heart,” there’s something for you! To eat better 4 TREAT YOURSELF TO BERRIES. Berries—especially dark ones, such as blackberries and blueberries—are packed with healthy antioxidants and other nutrients. 5 KNOW YOUR OILS. Cook with heart-healthy ones, such as olive, canola, corn, or safflower oil. Of all oils, these contain the least saturated fat, which can raise your LDL (bad) cholesterol level. See pages 12 and 13 for more ways to love your heart. 6 GET EXPERT ADVICE. A St. Rose registered dietitian can help you with a personalized eating plan that fits your lifestyle and needs. All insurance plans are welcome, and cash discounts are available. Call 702.616.4975 . If ever there were a time for fresh starts, it’s a brand-new year. So why not make 2018 your healthiest year ever? Yes, that’s doable—especially with this set of starter tips.