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MCC Daily Tribune

Healthy Aging Month

Healthy Aging Month is in September, and we’re here with activities, facts, and much more to help you celebrate the month in the best way possible. Did you know that it has been 30 years since Healthy Aging Month was celebrated for the first time? People celebrate this month by incorporating habits like exercise, eating healthy food, and getting enough sleep into their daily routines. It is also a day for encouraging others to stay active and take steps to improve physical and mental health.

HEALTHY AGING MONTH ACTIVITIES

  1. Pick an activity

    Make a change in your lifestyle today. Choose an activity you enjoy. It can be anything from playing a sport, exercising, going for walks, or making changes in your diet. Pick one and commit to it.

  2. Share it on social media

    Let everyone know the importance of this day. Take pictures of yourself working out or eating a healthy meal, and share them on your social media page. This will inspire more people to follow in your footsteps.

  3. Read more about health and nutrition

    Leading a healthy, active lifestyle is important, especially after the age of 45, when our bodies tend to be more prone to injuries and ailments. Hence, it is important to gather knowledge to help you live a long, healthy, and happy life.

5 FACTS ABOUT EXERCISE THAT WILL BLOW YOUR MIND

  1. It's good for the brain

    Exercise is not only good for physical fitness, it also stimulates the growth of new brain cells.

  2. It slows down aging

    Exercise is known to slow down the process of aging.

  3. It makes the skin healthier

    The pores of the skin that are often blocked by dead cells and debris are cleared when you sweat during exercise.

  4. It improves sleep quality

    Research shows that exercising can help you fall asleep faster and improve sleep quality.

  5. It boosts confidence

    Exercise gets you in shape and releases endorphins, which can boost your confidence levels immensely.

WHY WE LOVE HEALTHY AGING MONTH

  1. It reminds us to stay healthy

    We often get so caught up with our daily routine that we forget to take care of ourselves. This month reminds us of the importance of following a healthy lifestyle to ensure we age comfortably.

  2. It gives us a chance to develop a new skill

    Healthy Aging Month is an opportunity to learn new skills. Whether it is a sport that you've always wanted to play or include healthy dishes in your diet. This is the perfect time to make sure you have a well-balanced lifestyle.

  3. It gives us a chance to expand our knowledge

    This month allows us to read and expand our knowledge on health and nutrition. Knowledge is power, and it is important to take charge of our lives with all the information we need to do the right thing and keep ourselves on track.

Sarah Benedict
MCC Wellness Council
09/19/2022