The following text may have been generated by Optical Character Recognition, with varying degrees of accuracy. Reader beware!

17 · Thursday, October 20, 2011 OAKVILLE BEAVER · www.insideHALTON.com 15 · Thursday, January 17, 2013 OAKVILLE BEAVER · www.insideHALTON.com Advertising Section 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. Transform your body in minutes · 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. · 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. "No pain, no gain." That's the motto of traditional weight-loss schools of thought. And that's exactly what former CFL player and current YOLO Canada Chief Operating Officer Chris Bleue thought before he experienced the power of lipo-laser technology. "My personal background is from the traditional weight loss and weight management side," Bleue says, "where you get in the gym, grind it out and earn every little reduction. I completely believed that." But a few years ago when he was taking a trip to Cozumel, he realized he didn't relish the thought of spending a few days without his shirt on. "I got turned on to this technology and I had an `ah ha' moment," he admits, experiencing for himself that the technology produced incredible results almost instantaneously. YOLO's Oakville location is the first of a series of clinics to open in Canada explains Chief Marketing Officer, Gerald Wartak. "We've seen a variety of segmented weight loss opportunities," he says, including nutrition and fitness, but "YOLO is unique because it brings all of those segments together, working in synergy with new and innovative technologies, providing a comprehensive solution for ultimate, real and ongoing success." Treatment at YOLO includes a bio-analysis of your body's current state, before heading onto the YOLO Curve Lipolaser, which Wartak says provides immediate results. "You'll lose inches right away," providing real motivation. From there you'll move on to the YOLO Vibe whole body vibration device, which supports the lymphatic system's drainage of the recently released fat within the body. Finally, you will spend some time in YOLO's "infrared sauna to give a final bonus of maximum * 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. 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. 20 010 Gold Aw ward Winne er Oa akv kville e Be Beaver eaver results and fat-loss." Wartak says that treatments are accompanied by meetings with a YOLO Program Specialist who will help with nutrition and support physical fitness. "It's been pretty fun here in our first couple of weeks seeing people's responses," Bleue explains. "Technology has taken giant leaps forward and science is doing some amazing things," he says, adding that one client saw an almost four-inch reduction of her torso in her first 40 minute treatment. The lipo-laser works by opening the pores in the fat cells, causing the fat content inside to be released. "The pore stays open for 48 hours," Bleue explains. So though the treatment accelerates the body's ability to release stored fat, YOLO works with each of its clients to ensure they follow a reasonable nutrition plan to maintain their reduction. Treatment and maintenance plans vary from person-to-person and are customized after an initial consultation that focuses on understanding each client's personal history, figuring out why they've had trouble in the past and then building the perfect YOLO treatment plan to achieve their goals today. YOLO's membership program, which kicks in after the initial treatment series is completed, helps clients maintain the reduction. It further offers a component of genetic testing that analyzes each individual's DNA, which is used to customize nutrition and exercise programs and uniquely maximize results. To learn more about the YOLO program and experience the amazing results, call the Canadian company at 905-844-YOLO, or visit the clinic at 84 Lakeshore Rd. West. Join a Dynamic Leadership Team The Halton Healthcare Services Board of Directors Make a Difference in Your Community Milton Oakville Georgetown Hospitals Halton Healthcare Services (HHS) is inviting applications for an accomplished member of the Milton community to serve on the Board of Directors. If you are a recognized leader with a significant record of achievement in your area of expertise, we'd like to hear from you. Through an effective governance body Halton Healthcare Services' first priority is to understand the unique needs of our diverse communities. As a well-connected individual who currently resides in the Milton community, you demonstrate an awareness of the specific issues and concerns facing this rapidly expanding community. You will be both an active voice of the Board of Directors and a knowledgeable resource on the needs of Milton. Demonstrated not-for-profit or corporate board experience and knowledge of the current healthcare environment are assets. HHS is a dynamic network of three community hospitals located in Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville ­ each experiencing exciting capital redevelopment projects. For the Georgetown Hospital, a major redevelopment is underway, including the purchase of a new CT Scanner that will enhance service delivery and expand resources for access to care. Our Georgetown Hospital Foundation partners are also embarking on a major capital campaign. In addition to these two important projects, HHS is proceeding with the exciting construction of a new Hospital in Oakville that will replace the existing Hospital in late 2015. With three major capital projects running concurrently, there has never been a greater need for strong community representation on our Board. HHS has retained Promeus Inc., to invite nominations and expressions of interest to fill the upcoming Board vacancy. This advertisement is also posted on the HHS website at www.haltonhealthcare.com. PLATINUM Quality Healthcare Workplace Award Recipient of the If you have the passion and availability to reflect the face and character of our fast-growing and diverse communities, please send a letter of interest and enquiry by Friday, February 8th, 2013 The Milton District Hospital will triple to Judy Mandelman, Promeus Inc. at: in size by 2017. Planning for this major judy.mandelman@promeus.ca, expansion is currently underway and will quoting Project: HHSBD-210203 provide new and enhanced services for the community. To support this effort, our Milton District Hospital Foundation partners will be embarking on a major capital campaign. 1 1" GO NE! "! 6 E GON THE SCIENCE ON SKINNY 1 G 9 ON E! " " 4 2 E! N O G y It's time to achieve your New Years REVOLUTION! OFFER: EXCLUSIVE Start losing inches NOW and get YOUR FIRST WEEK FREE!* Experience a week of Weight Loss at NO CHARGE! * Offer ends March 31st, 2013. Includes a maximum of 3 YOLO treatments at no charge with a minimum purchase of at least 9 additional treatments. 3 free treatments must be completed within 7 day period. Limited time offer! Call 905.844.YOLO now! Call 9 0 5 . 8 4 4.YO LO (9 6 5 6) or vist w w w. E x p e r i e n c eYO LO. c o m | YOLO (Oakville) 84 Lakeshore Rd W Oakville, ON L6K 1E1