Drink Water
…lots of it! Nothing is better for cleaning out your system and helping you feel refreshed than good old-fashioned H2O. Shoot for 12oz first thing in the morning, and then another 3-4oz every hour or so. This doesn’t seem like a lot [it’s definitely doable], and will give you the recommended 64oz your body craves every day.
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…lots of it! Nothing is better for cleaning out your system and helping you feel refreshed than good old-fashioned H2O. Shoot for 12oz first thing in the morning, and then another 3-4oz every hour or so. This doesn’t seem like a lot [it’s definitely doable], and will give you the recommended 64oz your body craves every day.
Eat Breakfast
They call it “break” [your] “fast” for a reason. Your body has essentially been starving for 12 hours and, like a car’s engine, needs to be refueled to start moving again. Plus, eating a healthy breakfast will get your day moving in the right direction and will better set you up for making good, nutritious food choices throughout the rest of it.
I know you’ve heard the adage, but breakfast really is the most important meal of the day!
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I know you’ve heard the adage, but breakfast really is the most important meal of the day!
They call it “break” [your] “fast” for a reason. Your body has essentially been starving for 12 hours and, like a car’s engine, needs to be refueled to start moving again. Plus, eating a healthy breakfast will get your day moving in the right direction and will better set you up for making good, nutritious food choices throughout the rest of it.
Stretch in the A.M.
As soon as you get out of bed, take a mere 2-3 minutes to stretch your arms over your head, roll your neck from side to side, and bend down, hanging your head between your legs. These movements will help to get the blood flowing and will give you a surprising burst of energy first thing in the morning.
Lying in bed is great (we obviously all need our sleep), but the actual act can cause us to become stiff and feel unenergized, especially if we lie around for too long.
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Lying in bed is great (we obviously all need our sleep), but the actual act can cause us to become stiff and feel unenergized, especially if we lie around for too long.
As soon as you get out of bed, take a mere 2-3 minutes to stretch your arms over your head, roll your neck from side to side, and bend down, hanging your head between your legs. These movements will help to get the blood flowing and will give you a surprising burst of energy first thing in the morning.
Take a Break
Stand up and take a quick stretch every 60 minutes or so. Roll your neck around, stretch your legs. Anything to get the blood circulating again. (This would be a great time to hit up the water cooler and drink those 3-4oz of water we were discussing.)
Sitting in front of the computer isn’t good for your eyes, and it definitely isn’t good for your derriere!
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Sitting in front of the computer isn’t good for your eyes, and it definitely isn’t good for your derriere!
Stand up and take a quick stretch every 60 minutes or so. Roll your neck around, stretch your legs. Anything to get the blood circulating again. (This would be a great time to hit up the water cooler and drink those 3-4oz of water we were discussing.)
Take a Walk
The average American spends a very big portion of their day sitting on their butt. No wonder we have an obesity epidemic! Get up and take a walk. Even if it’s only around your office building or to the far end of the parking lot [where you should be parking your car…]
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The average American spends a very big portion of their day sitting on their butt. No wonder we have an obesity epidemic! Get up and take a walk. Even if it’s only around your office building or to the far end of the parking lot [where you should be parking your car…]
Get Your Healthy Fats
Unless you live in a box, you’ve at least heard of the benefits of healthy fats, most importantly of which are the Omega-3s. Vital for your brain, heart health, and overall functionality, these fats are not only available in pill form, but through a variety of fish, nuts, and legumes.
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Unless you live in a box, you’ve at least heard of the benefits of healthy fats, most importantly of which are the Omega-3s. Vital for your brain, heart health, and overall functionality, these fats are not only available in pill form, but through a variety of fish, nuts, and legumes.
Eat Whole Grains
There is a plethora of whole-grain products on store shelves these days, so you really don’t have any excuses. Whole grains contain more fiber, vitamins, and provide the healthy carbs that our bodies need, so switch out white, processed foods for whole grain varieties.
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There is a plethora of whole-grain products on store shelves these days, so you really don’t have any excuses. Whole grains contain more fiber, vitamins, and provide the healthy carbs that our bodies need, so switch out white, processed foods for whole grain varieties.
Eat a Varied Diet
...but eating a variety of foods, especially of those healthy foods we all need to be eating more of anyway (aka, vegetables), will help ensure that our bodies get a nice blend of nutrients.Plus, the constant changing of caloric intake will insure that our bodies never get too comfortable, keeping our metabolisms running at their optimal level.
I know this is much easier said than done – we all get in our ruts...
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I know this is much easier said than done – we all get in our ruts...
...but eating a variety of foods, especially of those healthy foods we all need to be eating more of anyway (aka, vegetables), will help ensure that our bodies get a nice blend of nutrients.Plus, the constant changing of caloric intake will insure that our bodies never get too comfortable, keeping our metabolisms running at their optimal level.
Eat More Often
Yes, I said it. Eating more often can actually help you lose weight and be healthier [check out this article to learn how]. However, this does depend on what you are eating, and how much of it, so don’t start eating cookies all day long and think that you are doing your body any favors.
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Yes, I said it. Eating more often can actually help you lose weight and be healthier [check out this article to learn how]. However, this does depend on what you are eating, and how much of it, so don’t start eating cookies all day long and think that you are doing your body any favors.
Eat Fiber-rich Foods
...some cancers. At the very least, 25 grams are recommended, although I still feel this is rather low. Now don’t scoff; getting plenty of fiber in your diet really isn’t that hard to do. If you eat a well-rounded diet consisting of veggies, fruits, and whole grains (as mentioned above), you will surpass that number in no time flat.
There’s no coincidence that many of the most nutritious foods are also those which contain the most fiber: veggies, fruits, whole grains. Fiber is vital in keeping our insides running smoothly & helping us to avoid digestive illnesses, and even...
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There’s no coincidence that many of the most nutritious foods are also those which contain the most fiber: veggies, fruits, whole grains. Fiber is vital in keeping our insides running smoothly & helping us to avoid digestive illnesses, and even...
...some cancers. At the very least, 25 grams are recommended, although I still feel this is rather low. Now don’t scoff; getting plenty of fiber in your diet really isn’t that hard to do. If you eat a well-rounded diet consisting of veggies, fruits, and whole grains (as mentioned above), you will surpass that number in no time flat.
Exercise Often
As you know, it is recommend to get at least 45-60 minutes of exercise [practically] every day. However, what most people don’t realize is that it doesn’t all have to be consecutive. Doing 10 minutes here, or 15 minutes there will also do the trick and makes that daunting 60-minute number seem a lot more obtainable.
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As you know, it is recommend to get at least 45-60 minutes of exercise [practically] every day. However, what most people don’t realize is that it doesn’t all have to be consecutive. Doing 10 minutes here, or 15 minutes there will also do the trick and makes that daunting 60-minute number seem a lot more obtainable.
R & R
Just as eating is crucial for our well-being, so is sleep. Both your body and your mind need that time to shutoff and refuel for the next day. Don’t take sleep for granted – make it a priority!
Our bodies need sleep – 7 to 8 hours per night is ideal. But with busy schedules, kids, and everything else that creeps into our lives, this often seems down-right impossible!
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Our bodies need sleep – 7 to 8 hours per night is ideal. But with busy schedules, kids, and everything else that creeps into our lives, this often seems down-right impossible!
Just as eating is crucial for our well-being, so is sleep. Both your body and your mind need that time to shutoff and refuel for the next day. Don’t take sleep for granted – make it a priority!
