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Staying fit at work

April 30, 2020

How to protect your mental health while working from home

In the midst of this global pandemic, many employees are relegated to working from their homes to help mitigate the spread of the infection. Although this is an ideal situation for many people, it can be difficult for others. For those with an extroverted, outgoing personality, feelings of isolation can quickly begin to creep in. These feelings of isolation can take a toll on one’s mental health. Not everyone is wired to work at home without other co-workers to communicate with in person...
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Making the right decisions, Managing stress

April 14, 2020

How to best handle stress during a quarantine

Right now, millions of people around the globe are quarantined in their homes. Businesses are closed, and there is little to do outside of your own house. You cannot meet up with friends and co-workers. This can be extremely depressing and stressful for many people. As mentioned in our previous blog post, "How to stay happy when working from home" there are several things you can do while you are quarantined at home. The following are some additional ways to handle the stress of a quarantine:...
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Making the right decisions

April 2, 2020

What is COVID-19 and how can we fight it with lifestyle choices?

With the outbreak of the recent pandemic – COVID-19 – we would like to help you stay fit, both physically and mentally and we’d also like to inspire you during these difficult times. We at dacadoo take the current situation very seriously, because #WECARE. We know that staying at home and keeping social distance might be challenging at times, but it’s necessary to slow down the spread of COVID-19. This is why we’ve just published our infographic - a guide on how to cope with C...
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Managing stress

March 31, 2020

How to stay happy when working from home

Now that many of us need to work from home during the Covid-19 crisis, we need to find ways to reduce stress and maintain our sanity. The following are some things you can do to help keep yourself healthy and sane during these confusing and uncertain times: Stay hydrated Hydration is crucial in any situation but is especially important during a time of stress. When you have been thrown into a completely new routine with your job, you will likely experience some stress. Your entire body, inc...
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Improving wellbeing

March 20, 2020

Home office: Tips and tricks on how to successfully work from home

With the advance of COVID-19, more and more people are finding themselves moving to a telecommuting or work-at-home situation. Under the current circumstances, you may feel confused or out of your normal routine. With the stress of the situation, it can be easy to have difficulty with a work-at-home transition. Fortunately, there are things you can do to help you adapt to your position. Here are just a few things to consider. Establish a schedule More than anything, you need to establish a ...
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Exercise tips

February 11, 2020

Hydration: why it matters for preventing injuries

H2O is key to keeping our bodies in balance. Even just a 1% change in the amount of water in our bodies can negatively impact our health. How H2O supports your body Water plays a vital role in the physical processes inside our bodies. It’s what regulates our bodies and promotes good physical function. Staying hydrated helps to: Improve circulation, which delivers much-needed nutrients to our cells. Boost muscle function for maximum athletic results. Regulate blood pressure, whi...
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Making the right decisions

January 21, 2020

Vaping: What you really need to know

For some, vaping is a way to enjoy the effects of nicotine without smoking cigarettes. Many people use vaping to actually quit their smoking habit, with the belief that vaping is a healthier option. But is it? Here are some of the things you should know about vaping before you consider taking up the habit. Is vaping safer than smoking? E-cigarettes contain a combination of nicotine, artificial flavoring, and other chemicals. People who vape inhale on an e-cigarette and exhale water vapor ...
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Managing stress

December 2, 2019

How to manage stress at bedtime

Stress is something that we all deal with. Some of us deal with it better than others, but we could all do with a little bit less. This is especially true when it comes to bedtime. Stress is one of the main reasons that people struggle to sleep at night, and chances are it’s one of your struggles. If so, you probably already know that when you aren’t sleeping well you are much more likely to be stressed out by even the most minor changes to your routine. This leads to compounded stress...
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Managing stress

November 5, 2019

The effects of stress and how to combat it

We’ve all dealt with stress at a certain point in our lives. According to a study by the Mental Health Foundation in 2017, 74% of people felt overwhelmed or unable to cope due to stress at some point. Even if stress is not always a bad thing – it can actually be a key motivator before an exam or an important event – if experienced over the long term, it can be harmful and undermine our mental and physical health. For this reason, it’s important to recognize the signs and learn...
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Managing stress

October 13, 2019

How nature can reduce stress and anxiety

According to recent research, the environment can have a positive effect on stress levels. The sounds, smells, and sights of nature can cheer you up when you’re in a stressful, poor mood, which will ultimately lead to a healthier body. These positive changes in the body’s senses can help increase immunity, ease your nervous system, and amplify your endocrine system. When you are stressed, you feel sad, helpless, and anxious. In turn, your blood pressure elevates, your heart rate increa...
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