Sometimes doing the right thing can seem near to impossible, our busy lives just don’t give us the time!
While we plan to start the New Year with promises of a healthier, cleaner, more focussed version of our selves, the reality is we’re not always great at making the time for our life makeover.
No fear, these quick methods come close.
While we don’t recommend you let go of those resolutions completely, these could help take the pressure off…
1. Getting Fit
The Right Thing: Do 30 minutes of cardiovascular activity most days of the week.
The Next Best Thing: Take three 10-minute walks each day. Short bursts also have health benefits. Try and get a 10-minute walk in on your lunch time or take the stairs instead of the elevator.
2. Your Five, Or More, A Day
The Right Thing: Have five to nine servings of fresh fruits and vegetables daily.
The Next Best Thing: They mightn’t have grown out in a local field, but sneak in your servings by snacking on dried fruits, whipping up a smoothie with frozen berries or eating canned vegetable soup.
3. Catching Those Z’s…
The Right Thing: Get at least seven hours of sleep a night.
The Next Best Thing: If you’re short on sleep, take a nap. Either lie-down for a 20-minute siesta in the afternoon or take a quick catnap after work in the evenings.
4. Fish Goodness
The Right Thing: Eat it twice a week.
The Next Best Thing: Add flaxseed or fish oil to your diet.
5. Kick-Start Your Day
The Right Thing: Have a healthy, well-rounded breakfast every day. The best morning meal includes at least three food groups.
The Next Best Thing: Grab a healthy on-the-go breakfast. Cereal bars can be a healthy option if you take note of the food label first.
6. Those Pearly-Whites
The Right Thing: Brush after every meal, and floss at least once a day.
The Next Best Thing: Do something to loosen up the bacteria in your mouth. Try a sugar-free chewing gum or use a toothpick after your meal.
7. Toning Up
The Right Thing: Lift weights at least twice a week.
The Next Best Thing: Do exercises that use the weight of your own body as resistance to strengthen muscles. Try push-ups, lunges or maybe try a yoga or Pilates class.
