GET HEALTHY AND FITTED AT HOME
HOW TO GET HEALTHY AND FIT AT HOME
Let’s face it, we all
know that we could improve our weekly routines to stay healthier, be more fit
and feel less stressed. Unfortunately, often our busy schedules, overbooked
calendars and multiple commitments get in the way of being the best version of
ourselves.
Here
are 5 easy ways for you to get healthier, fitter and happier. And they don’t
take an entire lifestyle shift to add them into your daily routine right now.
1. Eat 20% Less: We all eat more
than necessary!
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Start by never getting seconds. One serving per meal is
all anyone needs from a nutritional stand point.
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Use a smaller plate or bowl. If you want to eat less
tomorrow, go buy yourself some smaller dishes.
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Make your protein the side dish. Fill up your plate with
your salad and veggies and serve yourself a smaller than usual piece of
protein.
2. Exercise Daily: Do something every day
that includes movement.
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Exercise for 20 minutes per day. No matter what. Take a
walk, stretch, ride your bike, do yoga, jump rope, swim. The choices are
endless, and as Nike says: just do it. If you find an exercise or two that
appeals to you, it won’t feel like a chore.
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Two words: incidental exercise! Take the stairs instead
of the escalator, rake your own leaves, garden, wash the car, walk or bike to
work or better yet park your car 3 blocks from the office every day.
3. Meditate: A great way to
unwind, relax or set the tone for your day.
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Try sitting and meditating for just a few moments at the
start of your day. You can set an intention and make the whole day brighter.
There are lots of different meditation options — pick the one that fits your
needs.
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Set a timer for 5 minutes, find a comfy spot, close your
eyes, take a deep breath and give it a try.
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Try a few different types and see what comes easiest to
you. Chant, sing, listen, read poetry or just sit.
4. Get More Rest: Start paying
attention to your need for rest and sleep. Rest isn’t just about how many hours
of sleep you get each night. Be sure to incorporate some rest and relaxation
into your week too.
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Take a hot bath at least once per week. Add any aromatherapy that smells good
to you and treat yourself to some bath salts or bubbles. The warm bath water
will soothe your muscles and relax your mind. Add some candles around the tub
and you’re practically on vacation!
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Don’t minimize the importance of getting enough sleep. Crawl into bed earlier
than usual and see how you feel in the morning; you may just need to add an
hour or two more sleep into your regular schedule.
5. Increase the Joy Factor:
Joy comes in all different flavors; finding ways to increase the joy in your
daily life is easier than you think.
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Listen to music. This can be relaxing or uplifting
depending on your needs. Try playing some favorite tunes while you’re in the
shower to start your day singing or tuning into some classical music in the car
on the way home from work to unwind.
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Add an occasional massage into your life — this is a
real treat that you know you deserve. It is a good way to honor your body and
relax your mind.
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Plan some regularly scheduled time with good friends and
family. Bring back the family Sunday barbeque or the monthly dinner date with
your best friends. Being with people you love and who love you makes all the
difference in your overall feeling of happiness.
And
remember, it’s okay to occasionally indulge in that juicy hamburger and extra
glass of wine as long as you regularly move your body, eat wisely and
purposefully make time to rest and relax your mind.