It is easy to become overwhelmed when you are trying to get healthy. Breaking it down into smaller bite size pieces can make it feel less daunting. Remember, baby steps do add up overtime and make it easier to reach bigger goals in the long run.
5 Healthy Habits that you can start today include:
1. Water/Hydration– We tend to underestimate the power of hydration and the consequences of dehydration. Being even a little dehydrated can cause headaches, fatigue, dizziness and muscle cramps. If drinking water is new to you, today, your goal is to drink one glass of water. If you are pretty good at drinking water, your goal for today is to up your game and get in another glass.
2. Exercise/movement- Movement is so important for your overall health and well-being. A few benefits of exercise include improved mood, increased energy, and it helps to decrease risks of disease. Your goal today is to find some form of movement to do. Something that is easy to accomplish. If exercise is new to you, your goals is to take a walk. Even if it is only for 5-10 minutes. It is important to just start. You may be surprised that once you start, you end up moving your body for much longer than you thought you could/would.
3. Raw Food- Raw food is vital to your health. Raw fruit and vegetables contain many vitamins, minerals, enzymes, and much more! These elements keep us healthy and going strong! Your goal today is to eat a ripe piece of fruit or a small simple side salad (lettuce, tomato and cucumber).
4. Sleep- Many people underestimate the importance of proper sleep. When we sleep, our body goes into repair mode. Chronic lack of sleep can be detrimental to our health and well-being. Your goal should be to get 8 hours of sleep every night. Today, determine what time you need to be in bed tonight to achieve your 8-hour sleep goal.
5. Mental health- Our mental health is another key lifestyle habit that many people overlook. Have you ever heard of the saying, “Laughter is the best medicine.” It is important to make our mental health a priority. Laughter can definitely be medicine to our mind, body and soul. Your goal today is to find a comedy movie or sitcom to watch, and when you are done take notice in how good you feel. Make laughter part of your weekly if not everyday healthy routine.
