Many people contemplating retirement believe it is a time to throw you cares away, just relax and smell the roses. True, retirement is a time when you focus on yourself and it’s a time when work priorities change. However, keeping healthy should be part of every person’s journey into retirement – especially with the onslaught of Covid 19.

Being healthy means having good physical, mental and spiritual well-being. The interesting thing is when you are well you have a feeling of vitality and personal confidence. And when you are unwell, you feel tired, lethargic and down in spirit. Building a strong sense of wellness means spending time assessing your current state of health and asking, “What can I do to improve my well-being?”

Obviously you need to get regular physical checkups and work with your doctor in developing a wellness plan that makes sense for your age and body. You need to create and follow a regular physical exercise routine. You need to eat the right foods in the right proportions and develop a healthy frame of mind.

Realistically, you cannot stop the aging process but you can slow it down. By taking control of your wellness, you can reduce the risk of some serious diseases. You can increase the odds of living longer, reduce the amount of money you pay out in medical costs and improve the quality of your life. You can influence the course of your own health and life by educating yourself, staying active, and following practical and sensible health and nutrition guidelines.

What are you doing to keeping yourself healthy?