GuideStone® believes that when the body of Christ is healthy, it’s free to transform the world — and we want to help guide and equip you to do just that. That’s why we initiated a wellness challenge for our employees that focuses on a balanced approach for body, mind and spirit — and we invite you to join us!
Build healthy habits by focusing on specific goals that promote physical, mental and spiritual health. This four-week wellness challenge is designed to help you improve in the areas most important to you, so don’t hesitate to do a healthy activity on a day it’s not listed. Save or print the challenge and keep track of your progress. Are you ready?
Body
People of all ages can improve their overall health and well-being with physical activity. Unfortunately, chronic conditions such as heart disease and diabetes, which can largely be prevented or controlled by conscious habits and choices, account for a significant portion of Americans’ health care costs each year.1 Take the health challenge to help reduce your risks and reap positive benefits.
Regular physical activity has been shown to:2
Sufficient exercise and healthy eating will promote physical wellness, which can help you carry out your ministry to its fullest potential.
Mind
When it comes to your brain, the adage “use it or lose it” might be true. Incorporating positive habits can lower the risk of cognitive decline3, and engagement in meaningful and social activities can help support brain function.4 This could include playing games with friends, visiting museums, volunteering, gardening or learning a new skill such as art, cooking or playing an instrument.5 Find something you enjoy to stay mentally active and connected with others as you participate in the wellness challenge.
Spirit
Just like physical muscles, spiritual muscles need regular exercise to stay healthy.
Life is full of challenges, and we’re here to help promote your wellness as you face them with preventive care tips, ways to save money on prescriptions, how to navigate telemedicine and much more. For more information on health plans with biblical values , contact us at Insurance@GuideStone.org or 1-844-INS-GUIDE (1-844-467-4843), Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT.
GuideStone welcomes the opportunity to share this general information. However, this article is not intended to be relied upon as medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.
1NCBI.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10830426
2CDC.gov/physical-activity-basics/benefits/index.html
3ALZ.org/help-support/brain_health/10-healthy-habits-for-your-brain
4NIA.nih.gov/health/brain-health/cognitive-health-and-older-adults
5NIA.nih.gov/health/healthy-aging/participating-activities-you-enjoy-you-age
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