Health and Wellness
Kansans strive to maintain their health and wellness by finding balance in their physical, mental, emotional, and social needs. Health is not only influenced by genetics, but also by the choices people make and the available options they have as it relates to healthy lifestyles. For example, in Kansas about 71% of all deaths each year are due to chronic diseases. Chronic diseases such as heart disease, stroke, arthritis, cancer, and diabetes are defined by their long duration. The top four chronic diseases in Kansas are cancer, coronary heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. Some of these diseases are directly tied to an individual’s lifelong health and wellness choices.
K-State Research and Extension strives to provide knowledge for life that helps Kansans enjoy a longer, more productive and healthy life.
Exercises
- Wall Pushups
- Overhead Arm Raise
- Hand Grip
- Back Leg Raise
- Side Leg Raise
- Toe Stand
- Stand on One Foot
- Heel-to-Toe Walk
- Balance Walk
- Back of Leg Stretch
- Ankle Stretch
- Shoulder and Arm Stretch
- Back Stretch
- Inner Thigh Stretch
- Chair Dip