Get Happy: Five Ways to Health & Happiness this October
Every October, the world unites to campaign for the education of people everywhere regarding the importance of early screening and detection of breast cancer.
Indeed, Breast Cancer Awareness Month is an opportunity for one and all to focus on their overall health, as medical professionals espouse the belief that a little can go a long way in maintaining and nurturing one’s well-being.
Inspired, we’re counting down our top five ways to feel happy and healthy this October.
1) Walk it off!
A regular, brisk walk is lauded as working wonders in helping to maintain a healthy weight, to prevent and manage conditions such as high blood pressure, to strengthen your bones and muscles, and – crucially – to improve your mood. Why not take a walk along Pissouri Bay after breakfast? Let your toes sink into the warm sand, and bask in the soft, morning sunlight: a mood booster if ever there was one!
2) When in Rome…
The Mediterranean diet is revered worldwide for its healthy properties. So when in Cyprus, take your cue from the island’s Mediterranean culinary ways, and gorge on our locally sourced, fresh fruit and vegetables, olive oil, fresh fish, grilled meats, and plenty of homegrown herbs. Your body will thank you for it!
3) Challenge = Change
Research indicates that our bodies and minds crave change, and that sticking to the same routine runs the risk of allowing ourselves to become bored and complacent. This October, remember the maxim: if it doesn’t challenge you, it doesn’t change you. Taking up a new sport and pushing your body out of its comfort zone is an ideal way to challenge yourselves whilst learning new skills and having fun. Why not head down to our bike centre, book private tennis coaching at our spa, or take to the sea in trying out a new watersport?
4) Sleeping beauties
Poor sleep is linked to weight gain, an increased risk of a variety of physical ailments spanning heart disease to kidney disease, poor concentration, and mood disorders. We spend a good third of our lives sleeping, so ensuring that our sleep environment is optimal and conducive to a good night’s sleep is paramount. Luckily, with our spacious suites, nightly turndown service, and peaceful surroundings, getting a good night’s sleep at Columbia Beach Resort is all but guaranteed.
5) Sparring with stress
Stress can manifest itself aggressively, both physically and mentally. Sometimes, the best way to combat stress is to take a step back from the hustle and bustle of daily life, and enjoy the silence. Our Hébe Spa is a sanctuary of serenity, and our therapists are sensitive to any and all guests’ needs, being able to advise and help design a personalised treatment programme accordingly. Whether you enjoy a one-hour treatment, or a three-day package, taking a time-out, and allowing yourself the opportunity to immerse yourselves in the peace and quiet of the spa environment can allow you to access inner thoughts and feelings long overlooked. Sparring with stress need not be a battle!
