Blog Posts in Category: Healthy UNH
February 14, 2019
Make Valentine’s Day about you this year! Research has shown that loving yourself and appreciating who you are can lead to happiness. It is important to take time to care for yourself. It is also important to make time every day to do things that make you happy. Treat yourself this Valentine’s Day and do something for yourself that you know will make you happy. If you’re struggling with self-love, here are some tips: Make a list of 5 things you love about yourself: Hold on to this... Read More
February 11, 2019
How To Incorporate Exercise Into Your Schedule Finding time to go to the gym can be difficult. When trying to balance classes, work, internships, homework, and social life, it can make it seem like there is no time at all for fitness. However, there are countless benefits to exercise including helping to boost your immune system, improve brain performance, and sharpen your memory. It is important to find time to fit exercise into your schedule, so if you’re struggling to find time for the gym,... Read More
February 6, 2019
Find Out What Group Exercises Classes the UNH Gym Has to Offer Students, Faculty, & Staff! At the beginning of the semester, UNH Campus Recreation introduced a few new group exercise classes to go along with their already great classes. Previously existing classes include cycling, yoga, Pilates, bootcamp, and Zumba, just to name a few. New classes introduced include: Beginner Weights – perfect for people who are new to weight training, or just want to build upon their skills. Functional... Read More
February 4, 2019
How Endurance is Linked to A Longer Life A recent study by the Cleveland Clinic showed that there is a correlation between cardiorespiratory fitness and longevity of life. Generally, most people know that working out and being fit is good for your health, but now there is measurable evidence showing the correlation between high levels of fitness and reduced risks of mortality. They found that this was true across all levels of fitness. Those with the lowest fitness were more likely to die... Read More
January 29, 2019
Name: Jasmin Wagner Department: COLSA Position/Role at UNH: Student Year Started at UNH: 2018 1. What does health mean to you? Health to me encompasses all aspects of well being. ‘Good’ or ‘poor’ can be used as descriptors for someone’s mental, physical, emotional, spiritual health/ wellness. 2. What do you do to make a healthy UNH? To make a healthy UNH I take measures to ensure I am healthy as well as looking out for the health of my peers. I get rest, I eat well, I study hard, I move... Read More
January 28, 2019
How Much Water Should You Really Be Drinking? Water consumption is tricky. It makes up the majority of your body weight so, it is important to stay on top of your water intake. It varies from person to person and is dependent on a variety of factors. How much water you need to drink will depend on how much you exercise, your health, and your living environment. Here are a few ways that water helps your body function: Water flushes out waste from the body Keeps skin, eyes, nose, and mouth... Read More
January 28, 2019
How To Take A Break From Electronics In this day and age, most of us are attached to our phones. Our phones sometimes feel like our livelihood, and it can be hard to separate from it. According to Inc.com, there are a variety of ways that your phone could be affecting your health. Long screen time affects your sleep. Social media apps reduce feelings of well-being. A phone reduces your ability to focus on tasks. To help improve your health, try out these different methods to distances yourself... Read More
January 23, 2019
How To Know Which Medical Facility To Go To and When When you become ill or injured, it is difficult to know whether to see your primary care provider, go to an urgent care clinic, or to the emergency room. What is the difference between all three of these providers and when should you go to each facility? Nurse Line: Calling your insurance company’s 24-hour nurse line can be the quickest, most convenient, and least expensive way to get questions answered regarding minor medical conditions or... Read More
January 8, 2019
Learn How To Build A Breakfast That Will Keep You Full and Focused All The Way To Lunch While the wonderufl holiday season comes to an end, and new years resolutions coming into full swing, it is crucial to stress the importance of eating breakfast every single morning. Breakfast is the meal that kick starts your metabolism for the day, and tells your body that you are no longer in a starvation mode from when you were sleeping. When you do not eat breakfast, your body believes that it needs to... Read More
January 8, 2019
Find Out How To Get A Better Night's Sleep In Just A Few Simple Steps According to the National Sleep Foundation, young adults (age 18-25) and adults (age 26-54) should be sleeping 7-9 hours per night. We need sleep in order to consolidate memories, grow and build muscle, repair tissue, synthesize hormones, and restore and rejuvenate our bodies. But, could you be impeding your own sleep? Chances are, you are doing something daily to hinder your ability to fall asleep and stay asleep. Try... Read More
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