The desire to be healthy is something virtually all of us can agree on. After all, no one has ever set out to be unhealthy. Unfortunately, as life goes on, we often come to realize that our reality is not nearly as healthy of a situation as we would have hoped. Thankfully, with just a few changes, you can effectively revamp your routine and begin living a healthier life overall. Read on to learn more about these actionable tips you will want to start today:
Sleep Enough
We are all busy. It seems there just aren’t enough hours in the day to get everything accomplished that needs to be done. This is especially true in seasons of life where your career or family (or both) is growing. During this time, life can seem like nothing more than a series of to-do lists that have to be accomplished. It’s human nature to try and be all things to all people, so often, the element that suffers is your sleep. However, when it comes to health and wellness, sleep is not a luxury; it’s a requirement. In fact, when it comes to weight gain, sleep, or lack of sleep, it is one of the biggest risk factors. This happens because sleep drives insulin resistance, meaning that not getting enough will disrupt your appetite hormones and even reduce mental and physical performance. So, get enough sleep! Experts state that the ideal number for most adults is somewhere between seven and nine hours.
Get Moving
Yes, incorporating an exercise routine into your daily or weekly schedule is ideal. However, even if you can’t make that much of a commitment, you can make small changes to get your body moving. For example, instead of riding the elevator, take the stairs. Ride a bike or walk with your pup instead of driving somewhere, get outside, breathe in the fresh air, and enjoy the sunshine. Track your steps to make sure you are moving enough throughout the day. Set a goal of steps for your daily movement, so you will always have something to work towards.
Consume The Right Nutrients
Your body needs good fuel to be able to revamp your current routine. Make sure you pay attention to what you are eating, not in a restrictive way but in of it being real food. In other words, look for food that features single ingredients, is whole, is not processed, and is free of additives. This kind of food will properly fuel your body, giving it the energy it needs to do more activities and feel better in the process. Take multivitamins even if you follow and adhere to a good diet. No matter how careful and diligent you are, it’s nearly impossible for you to consume all the vitamins and minerals you need to function optimally through food alone. Therefore, a good multivitamin can be vital when filling in the gaps in your nutrition.
Become Educated, Know Your Options
There are many options out there that can help you revamp your routine. For example, you can consider weight-loss treatment as one option. This provides you with ongoing care while you are getting the personalized treatment set forth by a doctor to get your body in a better place. These prescription options can help you break through a weight loss plateau that you haven’t been able to budge through GLP-1 injections and more. It’s also a good idea to get checked out and make sure your hormone levels are correct, and your body is functioning as it should to allow for weight loss instead of fighting against itself.
Stay Hydrated
Hydration is a simple factor that has a lot to do with your overall health. However, in many cases, it is simply overlooked as that important. In reality, your body needs enough hydration to function as it should. Drinking water is the single best way to achieve optimal hydration as it is calorie-free, sugar-free, and doesn’t contain any additives. Proper hydration will ensure your skin looks good, your blood volume is sufficient, and that all your functions are working as they should within your body.
Lift Weights
While any movement is better than nothing, if you really want to revamp your routine and your life to one more focused on health, you want to incorporate some resistance or strength training into your routine. Lifting weights has some notable positive improvements in your body’s metabolic health, meaning that you will have improved insulin sensitivity. This means your blood sugar levels will be easier to manage overall, and your metabolic rate will increase. Your metabolic rate is the number of calories you burn while at rest. As a result, adding weight lifting or even body resistance training to your routine will go a long way in improving your overall health. Experts recommend that you aim to accomplish resistance training or weight lifting at least twice weekly.
Take Care of Your Skin
Your skin is your body’s single biggest organ but is often overlooked as a factor when it comes to health. However, one great way to revamp your overall health routine is to incorporate skincare into your schedule. This can improve specific health conditions like dark spots, scarring, or acne. If your skin is clear, though, you want to do all you can to protect it and nourish it, so it doesn’t start showing signs of aging too early. Make sure you choose a moisturizer and sunscreen for daily use at the very least.
Try Something New
The last item on our list of ways to revamp your routine and embrace health and wellness is to try something new. This doesn’t necessarily mean something new like a new exercise class, although if you want to do that, go for it! Instead, this tip is more about trying something you have never attempted and doing it at least every few weeks. Some good examples include taking a cooking class, trying clothes outside of your comfort zone, g up for an art class, ing a book club, going ziplining, taking an outdoor bike ride, attending a church (or other organization), etc. Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone, as the payoff can be immensely valuable and help you feel healthier than you have in years or ever. Make time, of course, for those important to you, like your family and friends, and try to showcase your values in everything you do, and you will be living a healthier life in no time.
Ashley Nielsen
Ashley Nielsen earned a B.S. degree in Business istration Marketing at Point Loma Nazarene University. She is a freelance writer who loves to share knowledge about general business, marketing, lifestyle, wellness, and financial tips. During her free time, she enjoys being outside, staying active, reading a book, or diving deep into her favorite music.
