Six Dimensions of Wellness
Select a dimension from the "Wellness Wheel" to view what each dimension entails as well as tips and resources for each.
Physical Wellness
Physical wellness encourages participation in regular physical activities which improve cardiovascular strength and endurance, flexibility and muscular strength. This dimension involves understanding and appreciating the relationship between sound nutrition and how the body performs. It involves practicing medical self-care for minor illness and knowing when professional medical attention is needed. The physical benefits of looking good and feeling great often lead to psychological benefits of enhanced self-esteem, self-control, determination and stronger sense of direction.
Action Plan
Play with your kids, walk your dog, cook with friends/family, train for an event.
Tips and Resources
Walk more! Invest in a pedometer (one that’s more than $12 is your best bet) and push yourself to walk 10,000 steps each day for optimum health benefits. View a map of walking routes on campus (pdf) (with step counts!).
Tips for Increasing Your Steps
- Take a walk with your spouse, child, or friend.
- Walk the dog.
- Use the stairs instead of the elevator.
- Park farther from the store.
- Get outside to walk around the garden or do a little weeding.
- Plan a walking meeting.
Join an Intramural Sports team.
Drop in on a Group Fitness class.
Let the Campus Rec Personal Trainers help you reach your goals.
Stop by one of the Wellness Zone Check-Ups.
Looking to learn more about proper nutrition, fitness, and athletic injuries, but not willing to surrender more of your life to classes? The SportWell Center provides individualized appointments according to your schedule.
Turn to the professionals at McKinley Health Center. Check-ups, shots, exams—these can be critical to maintaining your physical health. Find a doctor with whom you feel comfortable and schedule a physical exam annually.
Quit smoking! Your body will thank you. There’s tons of help online!
Think about your alcohol habits. While a moderate intake of alcohol is known to have certain health benefits, excessive drinking is a serious risk factor that can escalate your likelihood of developing a number of disease and conditions. The Alcohol and Other Drug Office (AODO) is a department of the Counseling Center with collaborative sponsors that include McKinley Health Center. Confidential appointments can be made to help you assess and address problems related to problematic alcohol and/or drug use.