Welcome to Physical Well-Being

Part of the Self-Care for Nurses WeRPN Education. Please take the time to participate in our three modules below.

Physical Well-Being Resources

Nutrition

• Easy Ways to drink More Water Every Day:  Adequate water intake is essential for good health. This resource provides different ways to drink more water.
• Self-Care for Nurses App Reviews:  An overview of apps, reviewed and tested by RPNs. we suggest trying a few to determine your individual preference.
• Canada Food Guide:  A government of Canada resource to help individuals improve their nutrition, eating habits, and awareness.

Exercise

Three basic stretching videos to maintain better physical health:

• Glute Bridges:  A stretching video focused on gluteal stretching and core.
• Mcgill Crunch:  A stretching video focused on the lower back.
• Bretzel Stretch:  A stretching video focused on stretching your thoracic spine.

Sleep

• How Many Hours of Sleep Do You Need?:  An overview of the recommended hours of sleep based on age category.
• Tips to Sleep Better at Night:  A great resource for better sleep, when having difficulty falling asleep.
• Shift Work and Sleep:  An overview of how shift work can affect sleep patterns.

Other

• Guide to Menstrual Cycles & Mental Health : A guide on menstrual cycles.