Dr. Jeab Lalana She opened up about her feelings after seeing more people taking care of their health, noting that it shows people are aware that health is important.
Nowadays, everyone is starting to take care of their health. I'm very happy to see people running, doing aerobics, and playing Hyrox. This shows awareness that health is important because doctors are like the last resort, and we want people to focus on prevention. These activities represent caring for both physical and mental health, with wellness being part of that care.
It's about balance—if we don't pay attention to health or strengthen our bodies, new diseases can easily affect us. Therefore, it's good that people care about diet, sleep, and exercise, as these remind us of how well we take care of our health. However, overdoing exercise can be harmful, causing illness or injuries. Neglecting health by partying excessively can lead to hospitalization. But when we maintain good health, the chance of sickness decreases. So, balance life accordingly.
At minimum, aim to exercise at least three times a week, including fitness workouts and muscle stretching since as we age, stretching becomes important. For example, I do yoga on Sundays. But as I said, whatever makes it easy to start and become a routine in daily life works. For those listening, you may not need to go to the gym immediately; try simple daily behavioral changes first, then gradually add more activities. Besides strengthening the body, these activities also boost mental health. Good health means not just big muscles or strength, but a balance with mental well-being.
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