Some of the keys to a happy, healthy
life start with physical activity and nutrition. If you’re looking to make a
fresh start, you’ve come to the right place. We’ll go over some of the best
healthy lifestyle facts you can start trying today.
From weight loss tools to sleeping
habits, we’ve rounded up everything you need to know about how to start living
a healthy lifestyle.
1.
Using Weight Loss Tools
Using weight loss tools such as smart scales will help you
track more than just your weight. With a smart scale, you can track anything
from your body mass index to your weight loss progress.
Using these tools will help you stay
on top of your weight and keep you on track. If you don’t know how much weight
you’ve gained, it’s hard to stick to a plan.
2.
A Healthy Living Plate
When it comes to eating, make sure
to pay attention to portion sizes and the size of your plate. Start with
smaller portions and eating slower. You may be surprised at how much less you
eat.
Instead of always counting calories,
start by simply reducing your helpings by a little each day. Instead of eating
a bag of chips and cookies with your lunch, skip the cookies one day and eat
half a bag of chips the next.
If you cut your portions down too
quickly, you won’t stick with it. Go easy on yourself with gradual changes.
3.
Think Green
When you’re choosing what to eat,
focus on green leafy vegetables for at least one meal a day. You
don’t need to eat spinach and salad three times a day but try and include some
greens for at least one meal.
Vegetables are rich in fiber and
antioxidants. You’ll feel better inside and out when you include some veggies
into your diet. To make them more appealing you can broil them with olive oil,
salt, and garlic.
4.
Look in Your Glass
When you’re trying to cut calories
and reduce your sugar intake, you can’t forget your glass. Even diet soda is
packed with unnatural ingredients and hidden chemicals.
If you are cutting calories in your
meals and aren’t losing weight, look at your drinks. Two glasses of soda, plus
alcohol, for example, can double your caloric intake for the day.
5.
Get More Sleep
If you’re trying to live a healthier
lifestyle, don’t discount the power of sleep. Sleep is essential to feel and
look your best. If you’re having trouble sleeping, re-work your bedtime
routine.
Shut off your screens, take a hot
shower, and put your phone away before bed. The fewer stimulants you have, the
easier it will be to sleep and get the rest you need.
6.
Go Outside
Fresh air will do wonders for your
mood and health. Sunshine, vitamin D, and some trees are good for your soul. Consider taking
lunch outside, going for a walk, or just sitting on your patio once a day.
7.
Keep Moving
If exercise isn’t your thing, it’s
time to take the pressure off starting. Start small with short walks or easy
jogs. Any physical activity is better than nothing.
Start with a ten-minute walk each
day. You’ll soon find, you want to go longer and further as you go. Gradually
try some exercises at home or at a gym that you enjoy.
The more fun you have working out,
the more likely you are to stick with it. If you can’t work out every day, a
walk around the block is a little something to get you out and moving.
Healthy
Lifestyle Facts to Try Today
Knowing a few of these healthy
lifestyle facts will help you feel better inside and out. Following these small
changes will make a big difference in how you feel.
For more healthy lifestyle tips,
head to the blog section for resources and guides.
