Staying healthy this cold & flu season is important to Special Olympics MA Fitness Captain, Jenny Price. Here are her tips and tricks to combatting the cold and flu:

1. When you cough or sneeze make sure you do it in your elbow (instead of your hands)

2. Wash those hands! You should wash your hands for at least 20 seconds. A good song to wash your hands to is either the alphabet or happy birthday. Wash your hands when:

• You cough or sneeze.
• Before and after cooking.
• Before eating!

3. You can also make sure your body is healthy by eating a healthy diet. Do this by making sure you get all your fruits and veggies in. Aim for at least 5 fruits and or vegetables.

4. Another tip is to dress appropriately for the weather by wearing a jacket, gloves/mittens, and a hat!

5. If you come down with the flu or a cold do the following:

• Make sure you stay home from school or work to prevent others from getting sick.
• Get plenty of rest, stay hydrated and get plenty of vitamins.

These tips for the cold and flu season are important because some people may need a little reminder on how to keep themselves healthy/safe from germs!

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To learn more about how you can be a Fitness Captain like Jenny, and inspire your friends and teammates to live healthier lifestyles, click here!