Do you prioritize your health? If not, there’s no better time than right now to change that. One of the greatest things about it is that there are always ways to evolve and improve, and there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to take.
However, with that being the case, it’s only natural if you’re left feeling confused or overwhelmed in terms of where to begin or where to go from where you are right now. Fortunately, there are several core principles of health that can get you on the right track and keep you there. Here are three to start with.
1. Get moving every day.
It’s known that one of the pillars of good health is exercise. While it should be something incorporated into each day, this isn’t always the case. There are common reasons as to why not, such as scheduling conflicts, financial constraints, or a general lack of motivation.
However, daily movement doesn’t have to fit into a specific box to be effective. You don’t need a gym membership. You don’t need to spend an hour each day working through a routine. You don’t need to beat your body up to the point of sheer exhaustion.
Supporting yourself in your fitness journey is important, whether it’s by setting goals and celebrating milestones, giving your mind and body a boost with the Thrive Patch program, or trying different types of exercise routines to see which one works the best for you.
2. Clean up your diet.
While you’re likely aware that what you eat and drink every day is a huge part of your overall health, how in tune are you with exactly what you’re consuming? If you haven’t taken a closer look at your diet, now’s the time to do a deep dive and clean things up.
Note that taking small steps when it comes to making lifestyle changes is a must. This will lead to greater sustainability. A big part of diet is reflecting on how you’re feeling both physically and mentally.
For instance, are you often achy or tired, maybe suffering from digestive upset? How healthy are your hair, skin, and nails? Do you have any autoimmune issues? Food sensitivities are very common and it’s easier than you might think to pinpoint what could be the culprit(s) behind how you’re feeling.
3. Embrace rest.
In today’s world, it’s all too common to sacrifice rest. Life is busy — calendars fill up in the blink of an eye. Work can easily take over, leaving you with little to no time for anything else. Meeting the needs of your children might mean overlooking your own. Whatever your situation may be, you must make the effort to make the time to rest your body and mind.
Oftentimes, resting is given a bad rap. Perhaps you’d feel lazy or unproductive if you prioritized a 20-minute rest period for yourself instead of doing a power clean of the living room, or maybe you’d feel guilty for walking away from your desk during your lunch break to get some sunshine, fresh air and quiet time. However, it’s up to you to change your view of what rest is and remember why it’s so important. Don’t be afraid to cancel plans.
Resting can reduce stress and anxiety, lower blood pressure, boost energy and generally improve your overall sense of well-being. With the potential of reaping those wonderful benefits, why wouldn’t you want to make time for rest?
Improving your health is one of the best gifts you’ll ever give yourself. It’s also ever-evolving. The only question left is: What steps will you take right now to improve your health?
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