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The holidays are now behind us and a brand new year is here. If you are like me, you can use a little "re-setting" after the cookies, parties, and general craziness of the season. With the New Year it is easy to get wrapped up in far-reaching resolutions. Setting goals is fantastic, but before diving into those, let's take a second and get back on track first. Here are a few simple steps for doing just that.
1. Track Your Water Intake
A well-hydrated life is a happy life and hydration levels are good indicator of overall health. A good rule of thumb when calculating your water needs is to take your weight and divide it in half. That's the amount of ounces you should shoot for each day. Remember though that there are other factors that affect this number (IE: exercise, environmental, breastfeeding, etc.) so make sure to take those into consideration as well. There are many smart phone apps you can use too!
2. Schedule Your Workouts
Plan out your workouts for the week like you do any other appointment. If you put them in your calendar they become more of a "must" and less of a "it would be nice". Taking time for fitness is important - even if it's going for a walk in the afternoon.
3. Clean Up Your Eats
Try to eat as many whole foods as you can. Ditch the junk food. Whole foods provide more bang for your nutrient buck and leave you feeling energized and ready to face the day.
4. Get Your Z's
The average adult needs 6-8 hours of sleep every night but many don't meet those needs. Trouble falling asleep? Help yourself out and turn off electronics 30 minutes before bed. You can also try sipping some tea.
Article by Healthypage PageTurner, Madeline Glasser
For more from Madeline, check out her blog, http://www.foodfitnessandfamilyblog.com/
