HOMEWORK!! TESTS!! SPORTS!!
I think of these things at back to school time but I also think about what happens to our bodies when we get back in the swing of things again. Homework and tests usually mean overloaded bookbags. Sports mean a never ending schedule of practices and games. Both of these things can take a toll on a kid's body (on parent's too!).
Here are some things to do to make this transition easier:
1. Get adjusted!! Any stress, whether it be physical, emotional or chemical can cause your spine to be out of alignment. Seeing your chiropractor regularly helps your body adapt to all the changes so much better. Just ask teachers! We see many school teachers in our office, especially at back to school time. They have a very hard job dealing with all those kids every day!!
2. Come up with a plan or routine to make things easier. It's almost like a second chance at New Year's Resolutions! Think back to those resolutions you made in January. Maybe you wanted to lose weight, exercise more, watch TV less, spend more time together as a family, etc. This is the perfect time to check in and see how you are doing with all those things or to make new "back to school resolutions."
3. Don't overdo it! Look at your schedule and make sure it's not so packed that you have no free time. We all need time to recharge and should have that time built into our schedules.
4. BREATHE!! Yes, breathe. Take a deep breath and know that you will get back into the swing of things. Taking a deep belly breath also helps settle down your stress (fight or flight) response. So everyday, especially at the end of the day, stop and take a few deep breaths to settle down before going to sleep. The quality and quantity of sleep you get will affect your attitude and your ability to make it through the day. So breathe!!
At my house, school starts this Thursday. Last night we started to implement some of the changes we are making for the school year. We turned the TV off at 6. We read some books together and played Candyland, all in an effort to get to bed earlier. I refuse to get up at 5:30 am until the day we absolutely have to! Thank goodness we only have to get up that early 2 days this week! Somehow we will get back into the swing of things and so will you! Hang on until November 3rd and you will be rewarded with an extra hour of sleep!
How are you preparing for back to school?
Great piece for the school-age kids and their parents! Colleges are going back soon too--many universities like Kennesaw and Southern Poly start on August 14th! That's just around the corner and we profs are already at our desks prepping new syllabi and re-reading the textbook.
ReplyDeleteSitting at a desk for hours and reading/writing online constantly can't be good for us. Besides our regular adjustments, what are some good suggestions to make sure we avoid desk/computer related problems?
If you are going to be sitting at a desk or computer working, it's a good idea to get up every hour and stretch or walk around. That will keep your muscles from getting stiff and sore. Also pay attention to your posture while sitting in your chair. Try to keep both feet on the floor with your back and neck straight. I know it's cooler to prop a leg up on the desk and slouch but that's not very good for your spine! Thanks for your question, Laura!!
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