Are you eager to maintain a healthy lifestyle but feel like a failure each time you regress to old unsuccessful habits?
You are not alone as many fall short of maintaining healthy habits due to low motivation, procrastination, a busy lifestyle, and life challenges.
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle has great lifelong benefits and can be achieved with an attitude of appreciation for life and a positive mindset to be the best version of yourself.
Now, is it realistic to be upbeat and on track with your healthy habits all the time? The short answer is “no” because life comes at you with distractions and challenges to overcome. At the bare minimum, strive for consistency and hold yourself accountable to restart your health journey each time you lose momentum.
Remember, time unaccounted for is time that could get you closer to your health goals and a chance to live a longer fulfilling life.
Here are 5 Successful Tips for Sustainable Health and Longevity for All:
1. Increase your fluid intake.
Drinking plenty of water is necessary for body temperature regulation, digestive function, mental performance, and cardiovascular health, especially in older adults who suffer from dehydration naturally as they age. Health experts recommend drinking eight 8-ounce glasses of water per day to avoid dehydration which can visibly present on your body as dry skin, cracked lips, brittle or dry hair, and sunken eyes. Adding lemon slices (a natural source of vitamin C) to your glass of water can provide an additional benefit of flushing out toxins and strengthening your immune system!
2. Improve your diet.
Eating a healthy diet does not necessarily allude to a specific diet plan for weight loss such as keto, paleo, vegan, or a gluten-free diet. Instead, choose a clean diet consisting of whole grains, lean proteins, healthy fats, fruits and vegetables, and nuts. Click here to read more about my detailed blog post on clean eating and its wonderful health benefits on longevity and quality of life.
Tip for success: meal prep healthy meals weekly or every 3 days to keep you eating healthy for a long time.
3. Form strong and meaningful relationships.
Connecting with others through meaningful friendships or local community events and wellness support groups can take your mental health to greater heights! Seek professional help whenever in need of a listening ear. Never allow fear of judgement prevent you from getting the help that you need.
Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) if you are struggling with suicidal ideation for any reason. Your friends, loved ones, and community need you, lean on them to help steer you to better health and a positive outlook in life.
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4. Exercise regularly.
Regular exercise improves your mood and physical endurance to complete daily tasks. Choose activities that bring you immense joy and peace such as walking in nature, swimming, running outdoors, or leisurely walks with your newborn, older kids, spouse, or family dog.
Fun fact: Mat or Reformer Pilates is considered low-impact exercise and is safe in pregnancy and early postpartum. However, consult with your gynecologist before starting any exercise program.
5. Develop enjoyable wellness routines.
They say self-care is selfish, I say self-care is pure bliss! Invest, invest, and invest again in mind-relaxation wellness routines to help reduce stress levels and anxiety. Consider buying a monthly subscription to your favorite spa for a deep tissue or Swedish massage and lymphatic drainage. This practice allows you to reset and recharge your mental batteries so that you can show up as your best self in life. Here is a little secret: if you have not soaked in a hot tub with a delightful book and bowl of fresh fruits before then you are seriously not living yet. Remember to refresh your mind and body for a healthy you!
In summary, maintaining a healthy lifestyle does not need to be complicated. Take small steps every day toward reaching your health goals like the champion that you are!
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