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www.insideHALTON.com | OAKVILLE BEAVER | Friday, October 16, 2015 | 20 17 · Thursday, October 20, 2011 OAKVILLE BEAVER · www.insideHALTON.com Advertising Section Advertorial Tips to help you cope with stress at work Extra work k load l d takes k its toll ll on the h mental l health h l h of f employees l The workers of the world are working more. So says an annual study of employee benefit trends from MetLife. In 2010, 40 percent of employees admitted their workload had increased compared with the previous year. While there are many reasons that can account for a heavier workload at the office, heavy layoffs in countries across the globe has, in many instances, left those who weren't laid off with extra work. And companies might be surprised to know just how much this approach isn't working. TheMetLife study also found that 68 percent of employees surveyed reported that the quality of their work had suffered and that fear of losing their jobs played a significant role in how well they did their jobs. · Manage time effectively. One of the problems with an increased workload is the time in the day to complete that work does not simultaneously increase. This reality makes it easy to become overwhelmed with stress. But a few time management techniques can help. Prioritize certain tasks, ensuring projects that are time-sensitive get done ahead of f those that aren't. When setting a schedule for work, be realistic. If a schedule isn't realistic, that will only cause more stress. The Oakville Sports Medicine Centre has certainly seen its share of CrossFit acute and overuse injuries in the past, but all high intensity interval training participant should familiarize them* Determine what is causing the stress. Stress triggers vary depending on the individual, so men and women who are coping with excessive stress should write down anything that causes them a negative response, whether that response is physical, emotional or mental. After a week, sit down and look at the various things that triggered these negative responses. Choose one and work to resolve it. Determine if there is a way this trigger can be avoided. Do this with each trigger one by one. It might not be possible to successfully address each trigger, but it's worth the try and it is likely that certain triggers can be successfully avoided. · Remain physically active. Exercise is a great remedy for stress. In fact, the American Psychological Association notes that studies have suggested physically active people have lower rates of anxiety and depression than sedentary people. While research is ongoing, some researchers feel exercise enhances the body's ability to respond to stress. In addition, exercise seems to give the body practice at dealing with stress. While exercising, the body's physiological systems are forced to communicate with one another. These same systems must also communicate with one another when responding to stress. Regular exercise helps the body communicate more efficiently, something that helps when the time comes to respond to stress. Stress at the office is likely always going to be a concern for working men and women. However, there are ways to effectively cope with stress no matter how daunting a workload might be. (MNS) Heavier workloads have left many workers dealing with elevated levels of stress. Good stress and bad stress While employees might not be able to quell their fears of one day being laid off, there are things they can do to reduce the stress that often accompanies such fears. Stress is a part of most professions and can even be a good motivator. However, when stress is prolonged or excessive, the results can be very unhealthy. Men and women with high stress levels are more likely to suffer from depression, anxiety and cardiovascular disease. When faced with prolonged or excessive stress at the office, men and women can take the following approaches to avoid succumbing to stress. "CrossFit Junkies" be aware of Exertional Rhabdomyolysis · Maintain a personal life. Effectively managing stress at work involves having a personal life away from the office. All work and no play is a recipe for stress. No matter how big a workload awaits you at the office, be sure to make time for enjoyable activities away from work. Spend time with friends and family, plan a weekend getaway or simply relax at home. Such time, even if it's not as often as you might like, makes dealing with stress at the office that much easier to handle. 20 010 Gold Aw ward Winne er Oa akv kville e Be Beaver eaver selves with Exertional Rhabdomyolysis or "Rhabdo". Over the last decade, we have seen the popularity of high interval training grow leaps and bounds. Clients of all ages are drawn to it by its com- Oakville Dental Arts DIAMOND Fabio De Rango Pharmacist/Owner Voted Oakville's Favourite Pharmacist & Pharmacy · Patient Counselling · Complete Diabetic Care · Home Visits · Consultations · Free RX Delivery DE RANGO PHARMACY INC 478 Dundas Street West | 905-257-9737 Canada Post DE RANGO PHARMACY INC 2501 Third Line | 905-465-3000 Open 24 hrs | 7 Days a Week www.shoppersdrugmart.ca bination of Olympic lifting, plyometrics, calisthenics, gymnastics and power lifting. They offer challenging short period workouts that constantly change in difficulty and routine. However, participants of these high intensity workouts should be aware of the risks of injury and potential long-term damage to the body, such as "Rhabdo". Rhabdomyolysis is a condition do to the breakdown of muscle, resulting in the death of muscle fibres. The release of their contents into the bloodstream overwhelm the renal system and cause damage to the kidneys. Thus limiting their ability to remove waste, resulting in kidney failure. Exertional rhabdomyolysis is the degeneration of skeletal muscle caused by excessive exercise. It can be associated with individuals performing exercises they are unaccustomed to in high temperatures and humidity. Poor hydration levels before, during and after strenuous bouts of exercise, insufficient acclimatization, inadequate diet, lack of specific physical conditioning. Participants suffering from "Rhabdo" often complain of pain and swelling of their muscles, especially in the shoulders, thighs or lower legs. Others complain of weakness or heaviness and will have difficulty moving all their limbs. Participants can present with abdominal cramping and suffer from nausea and vomiting. Severe cases can present with rapid heart rate, fever, confusion and impaired consciousness. Examination of their urine can show a darkened redness or brownish colour. Urine output can be low and in severe cases nonexistent. Treatment is immediate transport to the emergency room to try and prevent irreparable damage to the kidneys. We have been pleasantly surprised with some CrossFit gyms taking the time to educate their clients about exertional rhabdomyolysis but there are ever more who don't. This condition is not just related to CrossFit but other high intense exertional exercise classes. Ever heard of "Hot Yoga"? Or more information visit Oakville Sports Medicine Centre at 250 Wyecroft Rd., Unit #16 in Oakville. PsychotheraPy Psychology Mediation Depression/Anxiety A troubling problem for many individuals ­ that can impair quality of life and limit adolescent development. 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