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Week 5

Superhero 5K and Kids' Dash

Remote Training Program

Race Event Page
Training Plan

Welcome to Week 5 of the UCS Superhero 5K Remote Training Program brought to you by OptionZ Health & Fitness and Training for More (optionz.biz).

“You are braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.” 

Christopher Robin

Healthy Lifestyle Habit -

Manage Stress Today for a Healthier Tomorrow!

Stress comes in all shapes and sizes. In order to reduce negative physical and emotional outcomes, it’s important to identify triggers to come up with creative solutions to deal with them. 


What are some common stressors?

●      Relationships

●      Health

●      Finances

●      Employment

●      Work/life balance - too much to do, too little time


Stress impacts us in many ways:

Emotionally - Anger, impatience, short-tempered, anxiety, worry, confusion, sadness


Physically - Headache, tense muscles, racing heartbeat, upset stomach, irritable bowel, fatigue, depression


May lead to unhealthy choices - Reliance on substances, overeating/not eating, relying on sleeping aids, self neglect 


Unhealthy choices, in turn, may result in Type II diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, substance use disorder




What are some ways to reduce stress?

●      Ask for help - swap babysitting/chores with a friend

●      Stay organized - helps reduce feelings of chaos

●      Aim for 7-8 hours of (quality) sleep per night 

●      Study Tai Chi, meditation, imagery, deep-breathing, practice gratitude

●      Exercise and have FUN! 

Interested in more in-depth private or small group health coaching with Andrea? Visit www.optionz.biz for more information or contact her at andreamalin@gmail.com

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