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Fit Notes from Nancy

Are You Getting Enough Z's?

Fitness Director

The Oaks at Ojai

nancy@oaksspa.com

I don’t want to state the obvious, but what the heck…I will! If you do not on a regular basis get enough sleep (7-9 hours a night), then you are on a regular basis compromised! Studies show that sleep deprivation has many root systems and just as many negative effects that “flower” from those roots….

Let’s look at some roots:

Poor Eating Habits: Too much sugar, caffeine, alcohol, plain old too much

Not enough exercise: Not expending proper amounts of energy can leave you restless

Unattended hormones, adrenals, or a malfunctioning thyroid: Be aware and pro active

Stress: You hit the hay and rehash the day- not good…find healthier ways to release

Sleep Apnia: This breathing abnormality can be diagnosed and treated at a Sleep Center

Depression: It isn’t all in your head and sleeplessness is just one of the many negatives

The effects of sleep deprivation are obvious:

• § Diminished ability to concentrate
• § Loss of interest, energy, and enthusiasm
• § Short temper and moodiness
• § Over eating to compensate for fatigue
• § Compromised immune system
• § Difficulty losing weight

Add in your personal experience and observation- and then do what you need to do to ensure that you are regularly getting enough sleep to recharge your batteries!

Don’t underestimate the power of the Z’s!

Nancy Byrd Radding- Fitness Director nancy@oaksspa.com

The Oaks at Ojai 122 E. Ojai Ave. Ojai CA 93023 (805)646-5573 www.oaksspa.com