Whether you are a sports fan or not, it’s hard to ignore the Olympics right now. These athletes have honed their bodies and their minds , helping them to perform to the highest levels of skill, daring, and expression. Even if you don’t plan on competing to this level, there are several things you can learn from the athletes to help you be the healthiest you possible.
Preparation is key
Though they may have only a few short minutes or days to show just what they can do, athletes have trained for years to get there. When we want to eat healthy, we need to know in advance what we plan to eat, ideally preparing most of our own meals, so that we can control the amount of sugar, salt, and artificial ingredients. Active Life Mobile can come to your location to teach you simple ways to make healthy food choices.
Athletes set goals
That might be winning gold, being in the top 10, or qualifying for an event. Some common goals for good health include getting off of a medication, losing weight, getting blood pressure or blood tests back into a normal range, or improving your health enough that you can return to an activity that you cannot currently enjoy. If you are unsure what health goals you could set, ask our acupuncturists what they think would be helpful and reasonable for you.
Believe you can do it!
Athletes are sometimes criticized for their arrogance, and while that attitude is probably best to keep in check, confidence is definitely beneficial. Your mind is a powerful tool that can work for you or against you. Try setting mini, easily accomplished goals that lead you toward your large goals so that you can celebrate each small victory and build your confidence. Traditional Chinese Medicine focuses on long-term wellness care, not just symptom treatment, so we can also help you set these mini goals.
Remember, you are not alone
Athletes thank many people when they achieve their goals. They understand that support and guidance from family, friends, coaches, and healthcare providers have contributed to their successes. Let our acupuncturists help you perform like an Olympian.