completely disrupted and changed, which can be stressful at the best of times. Add in the fact that the cause of these changes is a worldwide pandemic, and the stress factor is obviously multiplied. Certainly for many people, their exercise routine is not only their source of fitness and health, but also a stress release from worries about work, family, money, etc., and for many, that was taken away from them. More than ever, it has become vital for people to incorporate physical fitness and exercise into their daily routines in order to maintain both physical and mental health. Q: Chiropractors are always taking care of their patients. In the new world they are wearing masks and eye protection which can present challenges with breathing and endurance all day long. What do you recommend they do to address these issues while staying productive? A: Masks are definitely a challenge when being worn for hours and hours on end. First, I think it’s crucial for everyone to find a style of mask or protection that is not only safe, but that is comfortable and as unrestrictive as possible. Certainly between patients and at every possible opportunity, I’d recommend removing the mask to allow for free, unrestricted breathing, and if possible getting some fresh air into the lungs as well. Finally, it would certainly be beneficial to maintain a high level of cardio-vascular fitness and overall health. Q: You speak of using exercise to increase income. Can you please describe your philosophy and how it can be applied? A: Of course exercise can increase income – Instagram models do it all the time. In all seriousness, though, I believe that when we are physically at our best, all aspects of our lives are improved. When you are strong and healthy and fit, your energy and your ability to focus are increased, which can lead to greater productivity. In addition, im-proved health generally means that you will not have your performance hampered or miss work days due to sick-ness. And finally, I am a firm believer that when you look and feel good, you carry yourself with more confidence, and confidence often carries over into improved perfor-mance in everything you do, including your career. As Deion Sanders used to say: “When you look good, you feel good. When you feel good, you play good. And when you play good, they PAY good!” Being strong and fit al-lows you to always be presenting the very best version of yourself. If you have questions for Mr. Woodcock you may reach out to him on Instagram @elitecoach www.Cndoctor.ca CND_Contemporary Medical Acupuncture_JanFeb21_CSA.indd 1 January/February 2021 Chiropractic and Naturopathic Doctor 11 2021-01-13 9:50 AM
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