WILDCAT EDITION CAMPUS RECREATION
SPRING 2019
CAMPUS HEALTH
WHAT’S INSIDE: The Best Carbs ........................................B1 Rx Safely...................................................B2 Sun Safety................................................B2 JUUL Thank Us Later ...............................B2 Explore Arizona While Getting A Workout..................................B3 Running 101.............................................B4 3 Common Myths About Mental Health Counseling ......................B4 5 Tricks To Deal With Anxiety.................B5 3 Ways To Eat Healthy Without Going Broke..............................B6 Naps: Are They Helping You? .................B7 Swimming: Work Out More Than Your Body.............................B7 Benefits of Group Fitness .......................B8 SMART Fitness Goals...............................B8 Top 3 Ways to Keep Your Stress Level Low..............................B8 4 Things to Always Do In Bed .................B9 SexTalk: Staying Sexually Healthy ..........B10 4 Easy Health Habits to Start Today.......B11 Rec Pals....................................................B11
LIVING WILD! SPRING 2019 WILDCAT EDITION
Editors: Carrie Johnson & Lee Ann Hamilton Art Direction: Andrew J. Maghielse Layout Design: Cynthia M. Callahan
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The
By Christy Wilson, RDN
BEST
Carbohydrates are one of three major macronutrients we need to survive, yet are perhaps the least understood “macro” of all. Several fad diets strictly limit or omit this important nutrient and ought to be looked upon with caution! Carbohydrates (aka “carbs”) supply our cells with glucose that fuel our brain and our muscles. From lollypops to lentils, carbs are in a wide variety of foods and the type we eat matters. Here’s a breakdown of the right carbs to choose for good energy and optimal health.
Whole Grains. According to
the Whole Grains Council, whole grains contain all three original
CArBS
parts it had in the field: bran, germ, and endosperm. Foods like oats, whole wheat, brown rice and quinoa deliver fiber (a form of carbohydrate), a variety of B vitamins and minerals like iron, magnesium and zinc. Limit grains with added sugars.
Fruit and vegetables.
Naturally packed with satisfying fiber and phytonutrients that promote healthy skin and fight cancer, these low-calorie plant foods deliver high quality carbs. Aim for eating five servings of fruits and vegetables daily.
Pulses. Beans, lentils and peas are
all considered pulses, which are a high fiber, high protein plant foods. They are filling, versatile in the kitchen, and can be added to lots of typical meat-heavy dishes like stews and pastas.
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Sun Safety
By Amy Stalkfleet, Campus Recreation Aquatics
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JUUL
Sun safety is often overlooked, but it’s more important than you might expect. In fact, the most common type of cancer is skin cancer. People can contract skin cancer through exposure to UVB sun rays which penetrate the top layer of epidermis and can damage those skin cells and cause sunburns. You can protect against UVB rays in many different ways. Sunscreen is great at protecting exposed skin; the most effective sunscreen has SPF 15 or greater and is broad-spectrum. SPF, or Sun Protection Factor, measures how well sunscreen protects against UVB rays: the higher the factor, the more protection. For example, SPF 30 sunscreen protects against 97% of UVB rays. Broad-spectrum sunscreen protects you against UVB and UVA rays; UVA rays penetrate deeper into your skin which, in addition to skin damage, can cause premature aging. Other than sunscreen, you can protect yourself by covering up with long sleeve shirts, hats, and sunglasses, and avoiding direct sunlight, especially between 10:00am and 4:00pm, when the sun’s UV rays are the strongest. Using these tips can help prevent sun damage and skin cancer.
Thank Us Later
By David Salafsky, DrPH, MPH, Director of Health Promotion and Preventive Services
More often than not, it’s the other way around. Users start with e-cigs and then get hooked. Many then move on to cigarettes, which is still the leading cause of preventable death.
But as the vape cloud clears, the reality isn’t quite that rosy.
For example, if you’ve heard that e-cigs help smokers quit, one recent study showed that only happened for 10% of individuals who tried (i.e. 90% didn’t quit). Furthermore, the study found that smokers who didn’t vape were more than twice as likely to quit, compared to those who did.
Yes, e-cigarettes, including JUULS, are safer than lighting up a cigarette, but that doesn’t mean there’s no cause for concern.
Keep that in mind next time you hear someone (including yourself) hit a JUUL and say “I’m using this to quit smoking.”
1) the devices are very effective at delivering nicotine, and
Sleek, discrete, and spiked with enticing flavors such as mango, cool mint and crème brulee – JUULS seem to be the hipper, 2.0 version of smoking – without the risk.
Ask anyone who uses JUULS and they will tell you:
2) nicotine is addictive.
If you are among the 76% of UA students that did not use JUULS, e-cigs or vape in the past 30 days, don’t start.1 Stopping may be harder than you think. JUUL thank us later. _______ 1
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Running 101
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Take these simple steps to become a runner: 1. Buy the right shoes. Search for a brand that fits you properly and is designed for the surface you’ll run on.
2. Make a plan. The two major components of a running routine are time and space. You can get in great shape with as little as a 30-minute session every other day. 3. Find your pace. If you push yourself too hard you may become overly fatigued or injured. 4. Remember to warm up and cool down. Try to walk or slowly jog to ease your body into your run. When you finish your run, walk another 5 minutes to cool yourself down. Then comes the best time for stretching. 5. Don’t hesitate to walk. Walk breaks work best when you walk for at least 1 minute but no longer than 5 minutes. 6. Pay attention to your form. Minor modifications can help you become a more efficient runner. 7. Eat and drink the right foods. Control your weight, eat lightly an hour before training, and drink 8 to 16 ounces of water or sports drink an hour before running. By Samantha Smith, Special Programs Marketing Assistant
8. Focus on stretching and strengthening. Supplement your running by strengthening your upper body and stretching your legs.
3 Common Myths About
Mental Health Counseling
By Glenn Matchett-Morris, PhD, Associate Director of Counseling & Psych Services
Myth #1 Going to counseling means I’m weak.
Truth: Asking for help is a sign of maturity, strength, and determination to improve your life. You can think of counseling as a college course where you’re the only subject. It’s an opportunity to focus on yourself and learn new things that will help you progress toward your goals. Myth #2 Counselors can help only if they’ve experienced the exact same thing.
Truth: Wanting a counselor to have experienced the same thing as you is usually more about wanting to be understood on a deeper level. A counselor’s education, clinical training, and personal experience of the same emotions or conflicts you’re experiencing, perhaps in a different context, helps them to have an understanding of what you’re going through and how you feel. Myth #3 Your counselor will fix your problem.
Truth: While your counselor may occasionally offer suggestions about creating change or give you “homework” to practice between sessions, they typically don’t give much advice. Your counselor is more likely to help you explore your inner knowledge to help you determine what is best for you in a given situation. They help you find your own answers.
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TRICKS
Q: What’s the top mental health problem for college students? A: Anxiety!
Anxiety
According to recent studies, nearly one in six college students have been diagnosed with/ treated for anxiety and more than 20% report that anxiety affects their academic performance. And right here at UA, more than 60% of the students surveyed at Counseling & Psych Services (CAPS) said they came in for help with anxiety. If tension, worry, or even panic get in your way, know that you’re not alone and there’s something you can do about it. Try these 5 tricks to deal with anxiety:
to
Deal With
By Leslie Ralph, Ph.D.
1. BREATHE. Take a
deep breath from your belly and exhale slowly to calm down and refocus your mind.
2. THINK SMALLER.
If you’re overwhelmed or stuck, break up large problems or tasks into concrete, bite-sized chunks.
3. WHAT NOW (NOT WHAT IF). If you’re
stuck in “what if,” worried thinking, refocus on what information, resources, and solutions are available to you now.
4. MOVE. Take breaks
during the day to move or stretch. Walking around the building, taking the stairs, jumping in place, or dancing to your favorite song can all help release pent-up anxious energy.
5. BE KIND TO YOURSELF. If you’re hard on
yourself or worried about what others think, give yourself a big dose of kindness by remembering your strengths and encouraging yourself in a tough situation.
Need more help with anxiety? Check out WellTrack, a FREE self-help program for depression and anxiety or stop by CAPS to speak with a counselor.
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3 Ways To Eat Healthy
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Without Going Broke
By Christy Wilson, RDN
Health professionals hear it all the time: “It’s too expensive to eat healthy.” Does a diet filled with nutrient-rich foods really cost more than eating unhealthy foods? Although a package of ramen noodles costs less than making soup from scratch, researchers at Harvard School of Public Health
found that replacing junk food with healthy foods increased the grocery bill by a mere $1.50 per person per day. That’s less than your favorite coffee shop drink and a small, wise investment in your health! Check out these 3 simple ways to eat healthy without going broke:
1. Head to the grocery store with a plan. Select a few recipes you can prepare during the week and make a list of ingredients before you go so you’ll have what you need.
2. Go seasonal. Eating foods picked “in season,” means you’re eating foods at their flavor and nutritional peak. You’ll likely find them on sale because they’re being harvested in abundance!
3. Reach for canned and frozen foods. Technically “processed,” canned
and frozen fruit and vegetables along with proteins, like beans, fish and chicken with minimal-to-zero added ingredients are a low-priced, convenient way to expand the variety and nutritional quality of your diet.
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Are They Helping You?
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More Than Your
Body By Jaclyn Pryor, Program Coordinator, Aquatics
By Lee Ann Hamilton, MA, CHES, Assistant Director of Health Promotion and Preventive Services
Have you ever woken up from a long nap and felt worse than when you fell asleep? You probably slept longer than experts recommend and fell victim to “sleep inertia” or the grogginess and disorientation that follows when you wake from a deep sleep. If you’re finding yourself napping regularly, you probably aren’t getting enough nighttime sleep and may want to adjust your schedule by going to bed earlier. Most adults need 7-9 hours of sleep each night (although some individuals need less and others need more). Researchers recommend a 10-minute nap as the ideal time to reap the benefits and wonders of improved mood, alertness and performance.
Both mental and physical stress take a toll on your body. When you’re busy with a hectic schedule, it’s important to plan some time to de-stress! Swimming, a low impact activity, is an excellent method of exercise that not only engages all muscle groups but also offers peaceful relaxation in the pool waves. Campus Rec offers two great options for swimming. Open lap swimming space is available seven days a week; we have kickboards, pull buoys, and swim fins available on the pool deck- free of charge! Plus, the Rec has a large shallow pool area open to just float around or start up a fun game of water basketball. Grab your swim suit and stop by the pool to burn off a little stress.
Seriously? Just 10 minutes? Yep. Study after study bears out this amazing sleep fact. So, here’s how to take a nap that helps: •
Keep it short and under 30 minutes. If you sleep from 10-30 minutes, you’ll be in Rapid Eye Movement (REM) sleep and avoid the heavy sleep that can make you disoriented upon waking. REM sleep is the most restorative phase of the sleep cycle.
•
Nap between noon-4pm. Too early, and you’re not tired enough. Too late, and you can impair your nighttime sleep.
•
Use an eye mask with earplugs or white noise. Download the
UA Stressbusters Wellness App for a big selection of audio tracks to help you sleep as well as stress reduction tips, podcasts, and videos.
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Top to Keep Your Ways Stress Level Low David Salafsky, DrPH, MPH, Director of Health Promotion and Preventive Services
GrOuP FITnESS By Jenny Kuzmic, Former Fitness Coordinator, Campus Recreation
Everyone has heard how good exercising is for your body, mind, mood, etc., but did you know that group exercise has even more additional benefits?
1. GREAT WORKOUT WITHOUT THE PLANNING: A
group exercise class requires zero planning on your part. No longer will you have to agonize about what body part you’re going to work, on which machines, and for how many reps and sets. The instructor does this for you by putting together a well thought out class that will challenge you no matter your fitness level! All you need to do is show up with a positive attitude and work hard.
2. ACCOUNTABILITY: Group
exercise inherently keeps you more accountable. When you have a friend or group waiting for you at class, it makes it more difficult to simply skip your workout. This support system is key in sticking to a workout plan and seeing results!
3. VARIETY: Are you tired of com-
ing to the gym and running on the same treadmill for an hour or following the same strength training workout you’ve been doing for months? Group Fitness classes are a great way to try new and exciting workouts! With classes including Urban Bootcamp, Tires N Ropes, Cycling, Zumba, Yoga, and so many more, you’ll never get stuck in a rut again with your workout routine. There is always a new format to try. Even if you stick with the same format, instructors are always changing up their routines, giving participants a new experience and challenge every class!
OK, so while nothing can take your stress level down to zero (some stress is good, remember?), we all have to find ways to keep it in check. Here are the top three ways to get there:
1
Breathe – While we don’t
have control over everything in our lives, breathing is one very important thing that we can regulate anywhere, anytime. Try the 4-7-8
breathe here now. WANT TO: CALM YOURSELF? REDUCE STRESS? Try the FALL ASLEEP?
4-7-8 relaxing breath exercise:
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It takes almost no time, requires no equipment and can be done anywhere.
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Do not do more than four breaths at one time for the first month of practice. Once you develop this technique by practicing it every day, it will be a very useful tool and natural tranquilizer for the nervous system that you will always have with you. Adapted from www.drweil.com
Place the tip of your tongue against the ridge of tissue just behind your upper front teeth, and keep it there during the entire exercise. completely through your 1 Exhale mouth, making a “whoosh” sound. your mouth and inhale 2 Close quietly through your nose to a mental count of 4.
3 Hold your breath for a count of 7. Exhale completely through your making a “whoosh” sound 4 mouth, to a count of 8. is one breath. Inhale again 5 This and repeat the cycle three more times for a total of four breaths.
SMART
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relaxing breath technique listed here to calm yourself. Once you learn it, you’ll have an indispensable tool to ease stress and anxiety on a moment’s notice.
2
Keep Perspective – While
3
Take Your “Medicine” –
this is always easier said than done, try a reality check. Bad days happen, expectations rarely match reality, and occasionally, life throws you a big, fat curve ball. The important thing is to try to stay resilient when things go wrong (see the next tip for ways to help). While it’s easy to focus on the bad, the truth is most of us have many more things in the good column than we often recognize. You just can’t bottle the benefits of physical activity, laughing, un-plugging, or getting enough sleep, but that doesn’t mean that they aren’t among the most powerful remedies we have to combat excess stress. Keep in mind that a little bit of planning and time management go a long way, too!
FITNESS GOALS
By Delaney Rader, Student Marketing Assistant, Campus Recreation
We all know how important it is to set goals for the things we want to achieve and fitness is no different. Following the SMART goal strategy can help you reach your objectives:
Specific. Create a clear and
concise goal. Instead of writing down “I will work out more often,” get specific and write “I will spend 30 minutes at the gym, five days per week, by blocking the time out on my schedule beforehand.”
Measurable. Establish criteria for determining if you have met your goal. Are you trying to limit your sugar intake? Keep a food diary to measure what you’re
eating. Be specific in your measurements, and write it all down.
Attainable. Know what you are
willing and able to do when you’re creating your goal. If it’s a big goal, try setting short-term goals that will lead you to accomplishing the longerterm one.
Realistic. You’ll be more motivated to work towards a goal that you truly believe you can achieve. Be honest with yourself and know what you are capable of doing. Time-bound. Set deadlines for short- and long-term goals. This will give you a clear target date for you to achieve your goal.
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THINGS
AQUATICS
CAMPUS REC FITNESS & WELLNESS
to Always Do In Bed
Lee Ann Hamilton, MA, CHES, Assistant Director of Health Promotion and Preventive Services
Right now we’re talking about the most important thing you do in bed: sleep! So, how can you get enough sleep to help you manage stress, enhance your emotional and physical health, boost your immune system, and increase your energy? Follow these steps:
In Bed
Use your bed for its intended activities (sleeping and intimate encounters).
1. Keep regular waking and bedtime
hours as much as possible. This takes self-discipline but the rewards are worth it. 2. Don’t eat, work, watch TV, or study in bed. Associating your bed with other activities can making sleeping more difficult. 3. Sleep in a dark, quiet room without screens and/or monitor lights aglow. Use a sleep mask and/or ear plugs if you have roommates or live in a noisy environment. It may feel weird at first but you’ll likely adapt. 4. Be the boss of your phone. Use the “do not disturb” function and set it for the hours when you usually sleep (e.g. 11pm-7am). This way, you won’t get texts or calls that (really!) can wait ‘til tomorrow. If you have FOMO, never fear: if someone calls you twice, it WILL ring through.
Out of Bed
1. Stay physically active - you’ll sleep better if your body moves daily.
2. Avoid late-day caffeine & nicotine as
these stimulants work against falling and staying asleep.
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Keep naps short (30 minutes or less). Ironically, lengthy naps can leave you feeling lethargic and disrupt your sleep routine.
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answers to your ques ons about sex and rela onships
How Do You Stay Sexually Healthy? Reading SexTalk Mondays in The Daily Wildcat is a great place to start. And while this column tends to address specific concerns on sex and relationships, your all-encompassing question nods to the many factors that create a state of sexual well-being. Here are six essentials:
1. Foster healthy relationships – Note that the
word “sexual” did not precede “relationships” here. The reason? Cultivating positive relationships is the foundation for everything that comes later. Want another reason? Consider this: When people are open and honest with each other, anything is possible.
2. Get consent and talk about it – Good sex
comes from being comfortable with yourself, but you can’t be comfortable unless you and your partner are on the same page. Talking about sex upfront can be daunting, but seeing how your partner responds is a great way to gauge their interest in you.
3. Get tested if you are sexually active – Yes, you can have a sexually transmitted disease with-
out signs or symptoms, so getting tested is the only way to know without a doubt. Testing is available at Campus Health and in the Tucson community through Planned Parenthood and the Pima County Theresa Lee Public Health Center. Added bonus: knowing your STD status may actually help you sleep better.
4. Practice safer sex – Only abstinence and mas-
turbation are truly “safe” sex – if you are including a partner, start with communication, then be sure to use condoms, latex dams and contraception to reduce your risks.
5. Know your body – If something does not seem
right, it probably isn’t. That sore, growth or discharge that seems out of the ordinary, probably is. Get checked out as soon as signs and symptoms show up, since the faster you treat a sexually transmitted infection (STI), the better.
6. Know your resources – The UA Campus Health Service (CHS) has doctors and nurses to serve you right on campus. At CHS, you’ll wait less, spend less
and get quality, confidential care that you can bill to your Bursar’s account. Services include general health, Women’s Health, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), and a full service pharmacy. Appointments can be made by calling (520) 621-9202.
Have a question? Email it to sextalk@email.arizona.edu. SexTalk is written by Lee Ann Hamilton, MA,CHES, David Salafsky, DrPH, MPH, and Carrie Johnson, MEd, CHES, health educators at The UA Campus Health Service.
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Creating new health habits doesn’t need to be hard. There are small changes you can make in your life which will give you instant health benefits. Here are four tips to get you started.
Get better sleep.
Set your phone on “do not disturb” during your usual sleep hours or before you get in bed. Roll away from your phone when tempted to look at it. Don’t touch your phone until your alarm wakes you. You will sleep MUCH better if you avoid quick peeks at Twitter, Instagram, or Snapchat which can rapidly turn into 30+ minutes of lost time or ZZZZs you can never get back.
Eat colorfully.
Variety is the spice of life! Choose colorful foods: dark green broccoli, red raspberries, bright orange carrots, deep purple eggplants, antioxidant-rich blueberries. Colorful eating means more veggies and fruits, which are almost always more
nutritious than bland-colored foods like white bread, noodles, pastries, or rice.
Focus on driving... while driving.
Multitasking at the wheel is dangerous for everyone on the road and distracted drivers account for many car crashes, injuries, and fatalities. To stay focused behind the wheel, place your phone out of arm’s reach (in the back seat or buried in your purse or backpack). Minimize other activities like eating, drinking coffee, or having intense conversations that can take your attention away from driving.
Breathe to relax.
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There IS a superior intelligence “out there” — and a loving one too. Your Creator wants you to acknowledge Him, and come to know Him and His ways. Don’t be deceived by evolutionism. All creation screams of intelligent design! The odds alone of DNA evolving are virtually nil. Evolutionism is the only “science” that denies the law of degeneration (entropy). God alone is the origin of life, and the true God wants/needs no one to take away life for Him – beware the “god” that does! God exists, and the Bible is His Word. What is unique about the Bible? For one thing, it is the only book with fulfilled prophecy (Isaiah 46:9-10). Test it yourself! For starters, try (current situation) Psalm 83 and Zechariah 12; (reformation of Israel after nearly 1900 years) Isaiah 66:8, Jeremiah 16:14-15, Jeremiah 31:710, Amos 9:9-15, Ezekiel 34:12-31, Ezekiel 36, and Ezekiel 37:21-22; (suffering/crucifixion of Christ) Psalm 22 and Isaiah 53; (future situation) Zechariah 13:7 - 14:21; (timing of the 2nd Coming of Christ) Joel 3:1-2, 2 Peter 3:8/ Hosea 5:14 - 6:2. “No one knows the day or the hour!” you cry? The Word says: 1Thessalonians 5:1-6. “Too hard to read and understand” you say? Try the KJV/Amplified/Complete Jewish parallel bible (biblegateway.com). “It’s all in how you interpret it” you say? The Bible, despite numerous transcribers over hundreds of years, is remarkably consistent/coherent and interprets itself. Our Creator is the actual author (2Peter 1:16-21). Beware of modern, liberal translations from “the higher critics” which seriously distort the Word! Finally, if there is a God, why is there so much evil? We have rejected God, and now see what it is like to live in a world where God has permitted us (temporarily) to rule ourselves. Give up your lusts, and come to your Creator and follow His ways (Jude 1:18-25). All that this world has to offer is as nothing compared to what He has in store for those who love Him (1Corinthians 2:9 , John 14:15) Isaiah 55:6-9!
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Wednesday, February 13 - Tuesday, February 19, 2019
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