For area residents, health tops 2021 priority list
Pharos-TribuneDec 30, 2020
Dec. 30—Healthy. Wealthy. Wise.
No matter who a person is or from which walk of life a person comes, these three topics seem to top the list of
With COVID as the predominate aspect of this year, people's health has taken a hit. From those suffering the virus — even the many who succumbed to the pandemic — to those who have been in forced isolation out of fear of contracting the virus, depression and sedentary lifestyles have plagued the nation.
According to the
As a nation, anxiety and depression affected approximately 30.8 percent of the population between April and May while 36.8 percent were affected as of
While the two mental health concerns have always been part of people's lives, the vast struggles of this year propelled the issues forward and into more households. Four
It's a curse that never seems to end, especially when schools and businesses are forced to issue quarantine mandates. The same can be said of nursing homes and hospitals, where residents and patients are kept safe from outside visitors.
All things considered, the country has been on lockdown for the better part of 2020. And people were not designed to be kept apart, according to Griffith, who said isolation takes a toll on mental health.
That's why people are focusing on getting outdoors and exercising now more than ever.
In fact, golfers have been following this format for several months. "We have a lot of people taking advantage of it," said Logansport Parks Department Administrator
As of November, the golf course posted a
Fawley said the trails have been well used, too.
Gaining new members like McKeever is something
"Exercise prolongs life and produces a better quality of life," said Latham, who holds a bachelor's degree in exercise science. "This happens with any type of work-out. People look better and feel better. Working out releases endorphins, which give you that happy sense so that you feel better. They're pleasure hormones that the body releases. Working out helps with a person's emotional and physical health so that they can deal with stress better."
And if there's ever a time to have a better handle on stress, this is it.
At least, that's why 28-year-old
Between cardio and strengthening sessions, Williams appreciates the impact her routine has on her mental and physical health.
So does
Approximately five years ago, the 76-year-old
All three individuals will continue with their exercise patterns in the New Year. But for people who are not yet focused on the welfare of mental and physical health, Latham said the Cass County Family Y will be making it easy to experience the benefits.
Each week in January, different age groups will have an opportunity to try the gym for free.
Also throughout the month of January, the Cass Y will waive fees for the first month of a membership agreement. By the 4th, babysitting will be brought back.
Latham hopes people will recognize the importance of mental and physical wellbeing. "In general, the healthier you are going into any sickness, COVID or other, the better chance you have of fighting it off."
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