Through exercise, diet, sleep and pain management.
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Hi
Amanda Smith from the Sporty podcast here.
There’s a saying in sport: “control the controllables”. In other words, focus on the things you can control, rather than all the things you can’t. You can apply this to life in general, too, by accepting that there are lots of things you can’t change, but some things you can. It doesn’t mean it’s easy, or straightforward, or there’s a one-size-fits-all solution, but hearing of the struggles, successes and insights of others can be very helpful.
I hope this special Sporty edition of the ABC listen newsletter helps you take control of your life. You've got this!
Amanda |
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| Diet
We all know that famous saying “you are what you eat”. Food is your fuel and what you put into your body determines how it performs. 🏃♀️
A healthy diet is essential for good health and nutrition and it protects you against many chronic noncommunicable diseases. Eating a variety of foods (lots of fruit, vegetables and healthy grains) and consuming less salt, sugars and saturated and industrially-produced trans-fats, are essential for a healthy diet.
ABC Everyday has some great healthy recipes!
Why not give this Steamed Basa and Sesame Salad a try? It’s quick, easy to assemble, fresh and a great option when you're tired and tempted to order in. And, give Sporty's Take Control episode on Diet a listen to learn more.
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| Sleep
A good night’s sleep is incredibly important for your health. In fact, it’s just as important as eating healthy and exercising.
It's an essential function that allows your body and mind to recharge, leaving you refreshed and alert when you wake up. Healthy sleep also helps the body remain healthy and stave off diseases. Without enough sleep, the brain cannot function properly.
Sporty's Take Control episode on Sleep is a step in the right direction to improve your sleep quality.
Below are some handy tips to help you get that 7-9 recommended hours of restful sleep. Plus, some common sleep myths debunked here.
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| Pain
Pain is a very common condition. The occurrence of pain rises as people get older, and women are more likely to experience pain than men. But just because it's common, it doesn't make it any less challenging.
Pain may be anything from a dull ache to a sharp stab and can range from mild to extreme. You may feel pain in one part of your body or it may be widespread. It's inconvenient, can hinder your quality of life and even get in the way of performing daily activities.
There's many different strategies for pain management including: Pain medicines Physical therapies Psychological therapies Mind and body techniques Community support groups. What works for you will be different to someone else, but you can start taking control of your pain with the Pain episode on Sporty's Take Control Series. |
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| If you want to take control of your Exercise, Diet, Sleep and Pain and unlock your superpowers, you can listen to the whole series from the start here.
YOU'VE GOT THIS!
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