Student Health Checklist Being a college student warrants a
quick health check in order for you to remain healthy all school
year. By following a few simple strategies, you can “rock on” in
school, work and your social life. Get involved in regular
cardio exercise for 30 minutes five times a week such as
walking, swimming, running or any other activity that increases
your heart rate. De-stress by deep breathing and stretching
exercises two to three times a week. Spring for a DVD of yoga or
get involved in a yoga class. Get plenty of sleep! This is very
important in every aspect of your life!! As a college student,
it is recommended that you log six to eight hours per night.
Take time out every half hour to stretch, walk around, or deep
breathe if you are working at a computer. Drink plenty of water.
Dehydration can make you more vulnerable to illness and
infections, therefore, it is important that you down plenty of
non-alcoholic fluids. And if water isn’t your thing, juice, tea,
and other beverages will work