Physical Wellness

Recognizing the need for exercise, healthy food, safer sex, sleeping and completing routine health screenings.

Foundations for Physical Wellness

  • Recognizing the need for exercise, healthy food, safer sex, sleeping and completing routine health screenings.
  • Taking the stairs instead of the elevator or escalator.
  • Making healthy food choices.
  • Maintaining a regular sleep schedule and aiming to get between 7-9 hours of sleep each night.
  • Seeing your primary care doctor on a regular basis.
  • Practicing behaviors to support your immune system and prevent illness.
  • Limiting your use of alcohol, if you choose to drink at all.
  • Avoiding tobacco products and other drugs; taking medications only as prescribed.
  • Approaching sexuality and sexual relationships in a safe, respectful, and positive manner.
  • Taking care of your sexual and reproductive health including getting regular exams and screenings.

Physical Wellness Self Assessment

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Physical Wellness Goal Assessment Chart
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Resources

Strength and Conditioning Center

The Strength and Conditioning Center at the Leesburg Campus offers equipment for weightlifting and body conditioning. It’s designed to help you build strength and improve fitness in a supportive space.
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Lakehawk Athletics

Lake-Sumter State College Athletics, known as Lakehawk Athletics, competes in the NJCAA and offers a range of sports including baseball, softball, volleyball, golf, and track. The program emphasizes academic excellence, community engagement, and athletic achievement, with student-athletes consistently earning honors both on the field and in the classroom.
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Lake County Parks and Trails

Explore Lake County’s natural beauty through the official Parks & Trails page—your guide to local parks, paved trails, conservation lands, boat ramps, and scenic Blueway trails, all managed by the Office of Parks & Trails.

Golden Triangle YMCA

Golden Triangle YMCA

Serving Lake County’s Golden Triangle area, the YMCA offers fitness, aquatics, youth programs, and family services to help members grow in spirit, mind, and body.

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Planned Parenthood Health Centers in Florida

Planned Parenthood Health Centers across Florida provide expert, affordable reproductive and sexual health care, including birth control, cancer screenings, STI testing, and telehealth services—accessible to all, regardless of income.

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Lake County Health Department

The Florida Department of Health in Lake County provides essential public health services, including disease prevention, wellness programs, and environmental health initiatives. Its mission is to protect and promote the health of all residents through community-focused efforts.

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Sumter County Health Department

The Florida Department of Health in Sumter County provides public health services and resources to promote wellness and prevent disease. Established in 1944, it serves the community through education, outreach, and clinical care.

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Go Ask Alice

**Go Ask Alice!** is a health Q&A resource that offers expert-reviewed answers on topics like substance use, sexual health, nutrition, and fitness. It’s designed to support informed, healthy decision-making for young adults.