Introduction to Wellness Fitness and Lifestyle Management Chapter

Introduction to Wellness, Fitness, and Lifestyle Management… Chapter 1 Wellness: The New Health Goal

Wellness: The New Health Goal n n Wellness = optimal health and vitality Dimensions of wellness n n Physical wellness Emotional wellness Intellectual wellness Spiritual wellness Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 1

Why Wellness – then and now… n n Infectious diseases, caused by invading microorganisms, were the leading causes of death a century ago Chronic diseases, caused by a variety of lifestyle and other factors, are the leading causes of death today Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 1

Public Health Achievements Figure 1. 2 Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 1

Leading Causes of Death Overall n n n Heart disease Cancer Stroke Chronic lower respiratory diseases (emphysema, chronic bronchitis) Unintentional injuries (accidents) Diabetes Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 1

Leading Causes of Death by Age n Ages 15– 24 n n n n Unintentional injuries Homicide Suicide Cancer Heart disease Congenital defects HIV/AIDS n Ages 25– 44 n n n n Unintentional injuries Cancer Heart disease Suicide HIV/AIDS Homicide Chronic liver disease Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 1

Wellness Lifestyle Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 1

Behaviors That Contribute to Wellness n n n Be physically active Choose a healthy diet Maintain a healthy body weight Manage stress effectively Avoid tobacco and drug use and limit alcohol consumption Protect yourself from disease and injury Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 1

Lifestyle and Wellness n More time watching TV = increased risk of obesity and diabetes Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 1

Lifestyle and Wellness n Cigarette smoking = increased risk of lung cancer Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 1

Lifestyle and Wellness n Few healthy behaviors = increased risk of heart disease Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 1

Benefits of Physical Activity Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 1

The Role of Other Factors in Wellness n n n Heredity Environment Health care Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 1

Reaching Wellness Through Lifestyle Management n Getting started: n Examine your current health habits n Choose a habit that you would like to change n Set a SMART goal Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 1

Putting Your Plan into Action n n n Commitment Strategies from behavior change plan Belief that you are the “boss” Change-friendly environment Support Rewards Congratulate yourself Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 1