May 6 - May 19, 2019

Health

Healthy living is good for you and the planet!

Select your actions and kickstart healthy new habits during the EcoChallenge. Disclaimer: Please consult your doctor or other health care professional before making any major changes to your diet or exercise routine to determine if they are right for you. This is particularly true if you have a history of health issues or an eating disorder

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Support pollution reduction

I will learn about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

Environmental Health Disparities Map
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Exercise Daily

I will exercise daily for (___) minute(s) per day for two weeks.

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Go get a check up

I will make an appointment for my annual physical to get my blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI.

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Picture of Health

Visit a Picture of Health in NCW website to see what people do to enhance the health of the environment and add yours by emailing it, with a caption, to irisncw@gmail.com.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

Picture of Health NCW
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X Zone Small Group Training

Try X Zone small group training at the WRAC, one-time free as an EcoChallenge participant.
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WRAC Website
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Fitness Class

Try a fitness class at the WRAC, one-time free as an EcoChallenge participant
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ACTION RESOURCES:

WRAC Fitness Class Schedule
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Try Pickleball

Try Pickleball at the WRAC, one-time free as an EcoChallenge participant.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

Pickleball Overview
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Healthy Sleep

I will commit to getting (___) more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

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Join a Quit-Smoking Program

I will join a smoking cessation program, and stick with it during the challenge, cutting out harmful air pollutants while improving my own health.

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More Fruits and Veggies

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding (___) cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

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Avoid refined sugar

I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.

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Audit Toxic Cleaning Products in my Home

I will research toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

EWG's Guide to Healthy Cleaning
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Eliminate Toxic Plastics

I will avoid buying and using toxic plastics.
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7 Types of Plastics
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