Improving your health doesn’t have to include major changes. Here’s 10 simple, but effective things you can do to improve your health.
1. Walk while you talk.
Next time you’re on the phone, start walking. It doesn’t necessarily have to be outside. You could pace back and forth in your house. Or, you could do other exercises such as calf raises or squats. Just get moving!
2. Do a little reading
See that box of cereal that says “Made with whole grains,” and has a picture of a huge meadow or a grain of wheat on it? Turn it around. See that part of the box that is labeled “Nutrition Facts"?” Read it. The packaging of food is just another form of advertising. Before you buy anything, you need to get the whole story. Read the ingredients list & decide if it’s something you’re really comfortable with putting in your body. Don’t buy something just because the front of the box said it’s healthy.
3. Save some for tomorrow.
Chances are you aren’t going to have a food shortage over night. Stop eating when you’re full & save the rest for later. After a little bit, food stops tasting as good as it originally did. So, at that point you’re just eating to eat.
4. Name that animal.
I’m not saying you have to raise chickens & cows in your backyard, but you should know exactly what animal you are eating & where on the animal the meat came from. If your food has been molded or cut into nuggets, strips, sausages, etc. you can’t be sure where it’s come from.
5. Take a seat.
Sit down at the table to eat your meals. People who eat while they’re on the go eat more fat, sugar & salt. Take a few minutes, turn off the TV, shut your laptop, & eat. Most people also eat less when they’re not multitasking.
6. Start using the 10-minute rule.
Even on days you don’t want to work out, tell yourself you’ll do just 10 minutes. Chances are once you get moving, you’ll go for longer than the original 10. If after 10 you’re still not feeling it, maybe it’s time you take a rest day.
7. Turn off your TV.
For most people, a lot of time is spent time in front of the TV. For one day, turn it off. Find other things to do like go for a walk, play a game with your kids, or organize that room you’ve been avoiding for months. I bet you’ll be surprised at just how productive you can be.
8. Get physical with your family.
Plan a family outing that involves doing something physical. You can go for a walk after dinner, go to the park and play Frisbee, or go for a hike. Not only will it get you moving, but it will be a good example for your kids. Don’t have kids? That’s fine. Meet a friend or take your significant other.
9. Park your car.
If possible, walk or ride your bike instead of driving. You’ll not only get some exercise, but you’ll save some gas money.
10. Get some sleep.
Sleep is one of the most important things your body needs. While you sleep your body is recovering & repairing itself from everything you put it through that day. Make it a point tonight to get 8 hours of sleep & your body will thank you.
Q: What are some little things you do everyday that have helped improve your health?
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