If you want to share your happiness with someone special, your family, or even just yourself, you must begin by caring for one person — you! So this Valentine's Day, consider taking care of yourself first. Then, try adding these self-care practices to your daily health and wellness routine.
START YOGA
While yoga can be meditative, it can also help strengthen your core, which can help prevent back injuries. It's easy to strengthen your body even with simple poses that target areas that aren't used frequently. You can give your body and your mind some love during this time.
STRAIGHTEN UP YOUR POSTURE
Self-care is more than relaxing — it can be taking care of yourself like maintaining your posture. There are so many aspects of your body that are affected by your posture, and poor posture can potentially cause serious health issues down the road. Your posture is particularly pertinent if you sit at a desk all day. To sit in proper posture at your desk, you should have your shoulders relaxed, your feet flat on the floor, and your back straight.
ESTABLISH AN EXERCISE ROUTINE
Pilates is beneficial for core strength which is essential for back health. If an exercise class is too much of a commitment for you, consider taking a walk or going biking — doing anything that gets your body moving can help you maintain a good relationship with yourself and boost your health and wellness.
DON’T FORGET MASSAGE THERAPY & CHIROPRACTIC CARE
Self-care and healthcare are often synonymous. For example, chiropractic adjustments can boost your immune system, relieve pain, and help the body function at its optimal capacity, bringing you an abundance of health. Additionally, massage therapy can reduce pain, prevent injury, boost endorphins, decrease stress, improve circulation, and support natural healing.
At Wills Chiropractic, we believe that the most significant relationship is the one with yourself. So give yourself some love by taking care of yourself this Valentine's Day! Consult your local Rochelle, IL chiropractor, Wills Chiropractic, to learn how chiropractic care can benefit your health and wellness — click here to contact us!