Take Ownership of Your Health This Fall
At the beginning of Fall, temperatures are finally starting to drop — so what better way to celebrate than by heading outside without having to worry about the high temperatures.
Take advantage of autumn activities and chores — like apple picking, visiting a pumpkin path and raking the fall leaves — to burn some extra calories. According to Reader’s Digest, just a half-hour of raking leaves can burn 50 calories. And going apple-picking for an hour and a half can burn more than 300. What a fun way to be active!
During this season, fresh fruits and vegetables are in great supply — visit your local farmer’s markets and stock up!
Important Reminders
Spending period ends October 31, 2018. Redeem your wellness dollars earned for a gift card, or you will lose your earned dollars.
Fall Fun Run
Fall is the perfect time of year to sign up for that 5k you’ve been dreaming of. Lace up your shoes, grab a friend and head to the starting line. Check out local races in your area and get running!
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Breast cancer is the second most common kind of cancer in women. About 1 in 8 women born today in the United States will get breast cancer at some point. The good news is that most women can survive breast cancer if it’s found and treated early. A mammogram – the screening test for breast cancer – can help find breast cancer early when it’s easier to treat.
National Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a chance to raise awareness about the importance of early detection of breast cancer. Make a difference! Spread the word about mammograms and encourage communities, organizations, families, and individuals to get involved.
Source: National Health Information Center
Your health is about more than routine trips to your doctor – it’s about the small everyday choices you make. Those small choices can add up and make a big difference on your overall health. For helpful wellness tips and info on how to easily redeem your wellness rewards, visit onespiritblog.com/wellness.