Go the Extra Mile
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How often do you exceed your expectations?
It may be worth it to go the extra mile. For example, the American Heart Association says that those who exercise beyond the recommended guidelines — engaging in 300 to 600 minutes of moderate exercise per week instead of the standard 150 minutes — had a lower risk of death from any cause compared with those who completed the minimum goal.
Exercising beyond the minimum is just one example of going the extra mile for health. Here are other ways to incorporate this above-and-beyond principle into your wellness journey:
Need more inspiration? See how #healthynurse Katie Carroll, BSN, RN, CHC, CPT, prioritizes meditation, nutrition, and exercise.
Tell us how you will go the extra mile in the challenge update thread here or reply on Twitter, in our private Facebook group or Instagram. Remember to tag us with #healthynurse!
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It may be worth it to go the extra mile. For example, the American Heart Association says that those who exercise beyond the recommended guidelines — engaging in 300 to 600 minutes of moderate exercise per week instead of the standard 150 minutes — had a lower risk of death from any cause compared with those who completed the minimum goal.
Exercising beyond the minimum is just one example of going the extra mile for health. Here are other ways to incorporate this above-and-beyond principle into your wellness journey:
- Add an intensity boost: If you're already exercising, consider adding a few minutes of higher-intensity intervals to your routine. This can increase calorie burn, improve cardiovascular fitness, and build endurance.
- Add more of the good stuff: You know that colorful fruits and veggies, plenty of sleep, and daily exercise are good for you. Go the extra mile by adding more of what you already do.
- Ditch more of the bad: Exceeding expectations could also mean avoiding more of the not-so-healthy parts of your routine, like browsing social media or drinking sugary sodas. Up the ante on your healthy habits by eliminating more of what isn’t benefiting you.
- Extend your time: Extend your healthy habit by a few minutes. For example, if you meditate every day, add a few minutes to your meditation session. This simple tweak can improve your ability to manage stress and cultivate mindfulness.
Need more inspiration? See how #healthynurse Katie Carroll, BSN, RN, CHC, CPT, prioritizes meditation, nutrition, and exercise.
Tell us how you will go the extra mile in the challenge update thread here or reply on Twitter, in our private Facebook group or Instagram. Remember to tag us with #healthynurse!
Find this helpful? Use the social media icons on this page to share it with a nurse you know and invite them to join Healthy Nurse, Healthy Nation!
Missed day 6? Catch up here. Join us on day 8.
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