Weekly Challenge
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Nutritional Challenges
- Nov. 08 - Nov. 14: It's National Split Pea Soup Week! Try a bowl of this high fiber food one day this week. Don't like split pea soup? Try to include other sources of fiber in your diet this week such as 100% whole wheat bread, oatmeal, fresh fruit and vegetables. Or in celebration of National Guacamole Day on Friday, increase your fiber intake by making your own homemade guacamole with the yummy fiber containing avocado! One avocado provides about 13 grams of fiber. Ladies your goal is 25 grams per day, men you need about 38 grams.
- Nov. 15 - Nov. 21: Research shows that omega-3 fatty acids help prevent risk factors associated with heart disease, cancer, and arthritis. Though as a young healthy college student, you may be not be concerned about chronic disease, you may be interested in knowing that omega-3 fatty acids are also important for proper nervous system functioning (memory and behavior). Since our bodies cannot produce this nutrient, we have to get omega-3 from food. Try eating at least 2 servings of foods containing omega-3 fatty acids this week: fish such as tuna, salmon, and halibut, nuts, and vegetable oils.
- Nov. 22 - Nov. 29: The Holidays are here! Staying healthy this time of year can truly be challenging. This Thanksgiving, challenge yourself to focus on reasonable portion sizes. Don't try to go without that favorite pie, rather choose one piece and slow down and savor every bite!
Physical Wellbeing Challenges
- Nov. 08 - Nov. 14: Feeling pressed for time to exercise? Remember, every little bit counts. Try to do some type of physical activity EVERY day this week, even if it is just a 10 minute walk or 25 sit-ups. This will help you feel better mentally and each week you can increase the amount until eventually 30 minutes of activity a day is just part of your normal routine.
- Nov. 15 - Nov. 21: Spend 5-10 minutes at the end of your work-out sessions this week stretching. Start at the top of your body and work downward. To learn more about the importance of flexibility and see examples of different stretches, check out the WSU University Recreation Exercise website.
- Nov. 22 - Nov. 29: Rather than falling into that turkey coma after dinner this Thanksgiving, try taking a family walk. Not only is this a great way to get in some physical activity, but it is a great way to spend some quality time with family and friends this holiday season!
