Chapter 1

Introduction to Wellness, Fitness, and Lifestyle Management

 

I.                   Wellness:

 

Physical

Emotional

Intellectual

Spiritual

Interpersonal and Social

Environment or Planetary

 

 

II.                  Infectious diseases vs. Chronic diseases:

 

 

 

III.               Behaviors that contribute to wellness:

 

 

 

 

 

 

II.                  Reaching wellness through lifestyle management:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IV.           Building motivation to change:

 

III.           Develop skills for change:  Creating a personalized plan:

 

 

1.      Monitor Your Behavior and Gather Data

 

 

2.      Analyze the Data and Identify Patterns

 

   

3.      Set Realistic, Specific, and Measurable Goals

 

 

4.      Devise a Strategy or Plan of Action

 

 

5.      Make a Personal Contract

 

    

 

 

  VI.      Putting Your Plan into Action