When spring arrives, many of us start thinking about ways we can live a healthier lifestyle and get in shape. If you’re looking for some inspiration, here are three easy ways to boost your health and happiness this spring.
- Get fit
If you shy away from exercise, or you’re a self-confessed couch potato, spring is an ideal time to embrace your inner gym bunny. Many of us associate exercise with losing weight and toning up, but there are so many other benefits to enjoy. Working out on a regular basis reduces your risk of heart disease, strokes and some forms of cancer. It can also help to decrease stress and improve the quality of your sleep. For many, exercise is also a great way of challenging yourself and meeting new people. If you’re not keen on the idea of joining a gym, there are plenty of other ways you can get a good workout. Join a local team or a running club. Take your dog for a walk twice a day, or sign up for a dance class. Get out into the great outdoors and hike, climb or cycle. You may struggle at first, but your fitness will improve in no time.
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2. Follow a healthy eating plan
A healthy, balanced diet is essential for good health. Making a few simple changes and sticking to them can have amazing benefits for your health and wellbeing. Ask your doctor or search online for healthy eating plans. Replace processed, ready-made foods with home-cooked meals, and always aim to hit your 5-a-day target. Try and increase your intake of whole grain foods, such as brown bread, rice, and pasta. Take a look at the way you prepare and cook your food. You can create healthy meals without losing out on taste by swapping frying with oil or butter for air frying, for example. Search for air fryer reviews and simple low-calorie recipes online. Keep an eye on your fat and sugar intake. If you consume too much sugar, try some simple sugar swaps. Replace fizzy drinks with water or sugar-free cordial. Add honey to your tea instead of sugar lumps, or use berries to sweeten your porridge.
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3. Get to bed earlier
How often do you feel tired? If the answer is all the time, it’s a good idea to change your sleep routine and boost your energy levels. Start going to bed earlier and make sure you get enough sleep. At first, you may find that it takes you a little while to drop off. But your body will soon adjust to your new regime. Good quality sleep sets you up for the day and ensures you wake up in the morning with a positive outlook. If you have difficulty sleeping, try addressing potential obstacles, such as noise and light. If you’ve tried every trick in the book and you still struggle with insomnia, seek advice from your doctor.
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Getting healthy doesn’t have to be hard work. Follow these simple steps, and you’ll look and feel healthier in no time!
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