What Is Recovery?

Recovery involves activities that allow us to wind down, recharge, and repair our bodies after a hard day. Key recovery activities include proper sleep, stress management, and maintaining healthy muscles and joints through stretching and massage. Next time you are feeling a bit run down, consider modifying your recovery habits by following the suggestions below.

 

Sleep

Adult humans require 7.5–9 hours of quality sleep per night to function optimally, and consistently sleeping fewer than 7 hours per night can significantly impact long-term health. Check out the resources below to learn more.

Stress Management/Meditation

Balancing busyness with wind down time is key to well-being. Meditation/mindfulness or any act of self-care can decrease stress levels. Below are some helpful resources and ideas to support improved stress management.

Popular Meditation/Mindfulness Apps

Relaxing Self-Care Ideas

  • Take a hot shower or bath.
  • Listen to soothing music.
  • Journal your thoughts.
  • Use guided imagery.
  • Do arts and crafts.
  • Play an instrument.
  • Do yoga.
  • Try progressive muscle relaxation.
  • Go for a walk.
  • Get a massage.
  • Enjoy a warm drink like herbal tea.
  • Read a relaxing novel.

Stretching/Mobility Exercises

Stretching and mobility exercises are key to full recovery, even if you are just spending long hours at your desk. These exercises keep your muscles and joints functioning pain free and only require 5–20 minutes. Check out the resources below.

Mobility Videos

Onsite Stretch

Onsite Stretch provides assisted stretching services at the Wellness Center and Building 4 monthly. Onsite Stretch is a pay per session service. Signs ups can be made in advance or on the day of if spots are available. See the full schedule here. Use the links below to register:

Please reach out to the Wellness Center if you have any questions.

Massage Therapy

Offered by Kris Roper and Danna Kirk of Artystic Touch, LLC

Rate: $1 per minute
(appointments scheduled in 15-minute intervals)
Payment: Cash or cards accepted.

Phone: 801-313-9468

 

Available times:
Thursday, 9:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Friday, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Click here to schedule