Is the Key to Finding Mental and Physical Balance
Are there times when you feel like life is a bit off? Are you struggling to tell if you think this way physically, mentally or both? Our team of physical therapists understands the struggles to find balance in your life. H2Orthopedic is a place where your overall well-being is prioritized!
Making healthy lifestyle choices leads to improved life satisfaction and lower psychological distress. Exercise and diet, particularly in combination, have the greatest positive benefits for overall well-being.
Whatever choices you make in your life and your values are, there is an undeniable truth: To stay healthy physically and mentally, you must remain active. Exercise benefits a person’s mental health and overall well-being.
The good news is that with guidance from H2Orthopedic physical therapists, you can get help finding your balance again. We believe in treating the whole person and finding solutions that work specifically for you. Contact us today to make an appointment!
Mental and Physical Balance
Staying active refers to the amount of activity that you engage in daily. For example, how much time you spend at the gym, how many steps you take in a day, how often you find yourself running around the office, or how frequently you head out to the backyard to run around with your children or your dog.
There also can be a perception that working a 10 hour day is necessary to demonstrate a strong work ethic and get ahead. This pace can lead to stress, burnout, and not living a healthy and balanced life. Ignoring your mental and physical well-being will eventually catch up to you and start to take its toll on your health.
Specific signs and symptoms that typically indicate trouble with maintaining balance includes frequently tripping and falling or feeling dizzy when standing too long. But even if you are not having fundamental issues with your ability to stay balanced in this way, you may still have difficulty with whole-body balance.
You can improve your physical balance by:
- Increasing muscle strength
- Improving stamina
- Improving core strength
- Practicing balancing techniques
This is where our physical therapist can help. We are experts at identifying the root cause of your problem and offering simple solutions to resolve them.
Our Patients Get Great Results
“My treatment at H2Orthopedic PT has been a most enjoyable and helpful experience. I feel so much better and all the therapists were extremely helpful and kind. Thanks to Michele, Wyatt and Olivia and Larry, Nicky and all the rest.”
– Leslie R.
How Physical Therapy Can Help You Keep Your Balance
Here are five steps to help you become physically and mentally healthy while bringing more balance into your life.
Exercise
Physical activity has been shown to help clear the mind, improve self-worth, and reduce depressive and anxious feelings. The key is to find the right type of exercise for you – which is precisely what our therapists can help you find!
Sleep
Sleep quality is an essential predictor of mental health and well-being. Following a healthy bedtime routine could make you feel happier and calmer and be better focused throughout the day.
Nutrition
Cut down on sugary foods and replace them with nutrient-rich foods like fish, veggies, and foods that have healthy fats. Proper nutrition has been shown to improve physical and mental well-being.
Community and Relationships
Whether the support comes from family, a partner, friends, coworkers, or even pets, feeling connected to those around you can increase a sense of purpose and love in your life.
Relaxation and Recreation
In our busy lives, it can be easy to forget about the hobbies you used to love. We don’t make the time to sit down and enjoy a book or make a cup of tea or coffee and enjoy the moment. Some unique hobbies and interests appeal to each of us, and spending time with those hobbies can help you live a more balanced life.
Fresh Corn Cakes with
Summer Salsa
This speedy vegetarian entrée is absolutely bursting with peak-season produce. We suggest serving the cakes with an herby white bean and arugula salad.
Combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl. Combine sour cream, eggs, and 1 tablespoon oil in a bowl, stirring until smooth. Add sour cream mixture, corn, and jalapeño to flour mixture; stir just until combined. Heat a large nonstick griddle over medium-high heat. Divide corn mixture into 8 equal portions (about 1/3 cup each); shape into patties. Add patties to griddle; cook 6 minutes on each side. Combine squash, green onions, basil, vinegar, tomato, remaining 1 tablespoon oil, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a bowl; toss. Place 2 corn cakes on each of 4 plates; top evenly with salsa.
- ¾ cup white whole-wheat flour
- ½ cup plain yellow cornmeal
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ¾ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup light sour cream
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 ¼ cups fresh corn kernels
- 2 tbsp minced jalapeño
- ½ cup diced yellow squash
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- ¼ cup chopped basil
- 1 ½ tsp white wine vinegar
- 1 medium tomato, chopped
Exercise of the Month
Bridge With Pelvic Floor Contraction and Resistance Band
Start by lying on your back with knees bent, feet flat on the floor, and arms at your sides with palms down. Wrap a band around your legs just above your knees. Perform a pelvic floor contraction (kegel). Engaging the abdominals and squeezing the buttocks, slowly lift your hips up toward the ceiling. Slowly lower them back down. Repeat exercise 10 times.
Meet Our Team
Larry L.
PT, Co-Owner
Amy L.
MBA, LMT, Certified Pilates Instructor, Co-Owner
Stefan G.
PT, DPT, CI
Erika J.
PTA
Carissa V.
PTA
Michele B.
PTA
Nicki B.
Practice Manager
Wyatt W.
PT, DPTLet’s Get You Better ASAP!
Contact us if you feel that your physical health or an old injury is holding you back from being active. Working with our physical therapists at H2Orthopedic can help you achieve improved balance and a healthy lifestyle.
