Fail-Proof Your Health Routine in Minutes

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May 13, 2011 by CRAVE Blogger | Comments (0)

Busy. Busy. Busy.

Our drive to be successful, deliver the goods and support others can overshadow some of life’s fundamentals.

This weekend, do something for yourself; do something for your health.

Sunday marks the conclusion of National Women’s Health Week. According to Susan G. Komen for the Cure, one in eight American women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. Statistics are similar in other western countries.

The good news is that with early detection chances for survival are excellent.

Get In Touch – Talk with family members about history of disease. If possible, learn about health conditions of your relatives living and deceased.

Get Familiar – If you have not looked at your breasts in the mirror recently, do it before your next shower. Repeat this visual inspection once a week. Establishing a habit of looking at your breasts will help you identify any changes in size, shape and color, which can be indicators of a problem.

At least once a month give yourself a breast self-exam. This will help you notice any changes in your breasts. For a free guide to self-examination click here.

Get Checked – Skipping annual health checkups can be dangerous. If it has been a while since you had a gynecological exam or physical, call your doctor’s office and schedule one. Gaining valuable information about your current state of health will empower you to make smart choices.

Get Going – Just 1.5 to 2 hours of brisk walking each week can reduce the risk of developing breast cancer by up to 20%. Most of us can do this by walking to the grocery store and carrying our bags home rather than driving, once per week.

Get Social – Need encouragement? Find and exercise partner and set a common goal. In Seattle, many are prepping for the 5K Race for the Cure on June 5th. It’s great encouragement to stay active and engaged in something meaningful. Click here to learn more and sign up with friends.

If you have failed to care for yourself and your breasts in the past, change your habits today. Set aside a few minutes each month for your health. You will be amazed by how much it contributes to better performance in all you do.

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This blog post was provided for CRAVE courtesy of Susan G. Komen for the Cure

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