The problem with this is that when we have this lifestyle and eat processed and refined foods, these are the things that result in moodiness, acne, weight gain, or just feeling bad or sad or uninspired! There is no doubt that the choices we make regarding how we treat our bodies have a direct link to our happiness. Instead of going through the month of December overindulging and waiting until January 1st to do a "detox", get healthy today. Right here. Right now. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle does not have to be hard! Sometimes you just need a little guidance and motivation! So here is 5 easy steps to get healthy and fit, no matter how busy or stressed you are. It is my early holiday present to you!!
1. Get A Good Night's Sleep
Try to get 8 hours of sleep a night. Go to bed early so that the next day you can be energized and focused on all the things you need to get done! A good night's sleep keeps your immune system strong and helps you maintain a healthy balance of the hormones that make you feel hungry or full. When you don't get enough sleep, your levels of hungry hormones go up and your levels of full hormones go down. This makes you feel hungrier than when you're well rested.
2.Get Those Booty's Moving!
Yep, you hear me! It doesn't matter what it is: weight lifting, high intensity interval training, yoga, spin, pilates, kickboxing, zumba,or a dance session in your living room. All that matters is that those booty's are off the couch!
Exercise is associated with improved mood and immunity, better sleep, and a decrease in one's overall stress. And honestly, no one ever says "wow, I really regret that workout"! There are 24 hours in a day and all it takes is 30 minutes to get a good work out in! MOTIVATE YOURSELF. Write out a workout schedule for the week and do not break any of those dates with the gym!
3. Stay Hydrated
Staying hydrated helps keep the body healthy by eliminating toxins and waste, increases sport performance, helps control your appetite, and alleviates everyday symptoms such as fatigue, headaches, or joint pain.
Divide your body weight in pounds by 2, then drink that many ounces of water each day (ex. if your 140 pounds, drink 70 ounces or 8 1/2 glasses of water each day)
4. Have Healthy Food Around you
When you're surrounded by crappy food, its hard to eat healthy. So instead of eating out ever night or snacking on left over holiday desserts, fill your house with vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and healthy fats. Prep your meals for the next day or week ahead of time so when you're schedule gets hectic you don't have to worry about making a healthy lunch because you already did it the night before! This is a much better "fast food" option than McDonalds.
5. Stop, Drop, & Breathe
There is no doubt that the next month is going to be busy and at times you will feel overwhelmed and stressed. But when this happens, stop, drop, and breathe. Slow your mind down. Slow your body down. Close your eyes and take 10 slow deep breathes and tell yourself that everything is going to be okay. Take one thing at a time and know that in the big picture, there is really nothing to get stressed over. Everything will get done.
2.Get Those Booty's Moving!
Yep, you hear me! It doesn't matter what it is: weight lifting, high intensity interval training, yoga, spin, pilates, kickboxing, zumba,or a dance session in your living room. All that matters is that those booty's are off the couch!
Exercise is associated with improved mood and immunity, better sleep, and a decrease in one's overall stress. And honestly, no one ever says "wow, I really regret that workout"! There are 24 hours in a day and all it takes is 30 minutes to get a good work out in! MOTIVATE YOURSELF. Write out a workout schedule for the week and do not break any of those dates with the gym!
3. Stay Hydrated
Staying hydrated helps keep the body healthy by eliminating toxins and waste, increases sport performance, helps control your appetite, and alleviates everyday symptoms such as fatigue, headaches, or joint pain.
Divide your body weight in pounds by 2, then drink that many ounces of water each day (ex. if your 140 pounds, drink 70 ounces or 8 1/2 glasses of water each day)
4. Have Healthy Food Around you
When you're surrounded by crappy food, its hard to eat healthy. So instead of eating out ever night or snacking on left over holiday desserts, fill your house with vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and healthy fats. Prep your meals for the next day or week ahead of time so when you're schedule gets hectic you don't have to worry about making a healthy lunch because you already did it the night before! This is a much better "fast food" option than McDonalds.
5. Stop, Drop, & Breathe
There is no doubt that the next month is going to be busy and at times you will feel overwhelmed and stressed. But when this happens, stop, drop, and breathe. Slow your mind down. Slow your body down. Close your eyes and take 10 slow deep breathes and tell yourself that everything is going to be okay. Take one thing at a time and know that in the big picture, there is really nothing to get stressed over. Everything will get done.
Whatever your going through, whatever stress you have, know that with these tips you can be a healthier and happier you! You have one body, one mind, one spirit, how will you treat it today and everyday?
To health and happiness,
Lauren
To health and happiness,
Lauren
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