Health and Fitness Help

Life can be very hectic and stressful at times, and most of us don’t really keep in mind how important it is to take care of ourselves. Great health and fitness is very crucial. The healthier and stronger we are, both physically and mentally, the easier we’ll be able to handle some of life’s challenges. And let’s not forget about all the benefits of living a healthy lifestyle.First of all, start eating healthy. Eating poorly will effect the way you look, it will effect your mood, the way you physically feel, your mental health and even things like your skin and hair. All in a negative way. The best way to go, is to start to Eat Clean. This way you’ll be giving your body all the nutrients it needs to function properly. And I promise, it won’t take long until you start to feel so much better.Second, get up and exercise. Our bodies are made to be in activity. If we don’t exercise chances are that we will gain weight, which can lead to high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and our muscles and bones will get weaker. If that wasn’t enough, not exercising will lead to lack of endurance and energy, making ordinary daily chores difficult. Exercise is good for us because it strengthens our heart, lungs, muscles, bones and joints. It releases endorphins which make us feel good, and decreases our chance to get diseases. Without exercise our bodies will deteriorate.Tips to help you live a healthy life:- Cut out processed foods
- Cut out saturated fats, refined sugar and salt
- Replace simple carbs like white bread, white rice and enriched pasta, with healthy whole wheat products
- Replace white potatoes with sweet potatoes
- Increase your intake of fresh fruit and vegetables
- Eat more fish and lean meats
- Eat more unsalted nuts and seeds for the healthy fats
- Drink lots of water
- Get enough sleep every night
- Drink less alcohol
- Drink less coffee and other caffeine filled drinks
- Stop smoking
- Exercise for at least 30 minutes 3-5 times a week, some cardio and some strength training
- Try to meditate, or do yoga to relieve stress
- Be kind to others
- Avoid negative people
- Find a little time for “Me time” every single day. Do something that makes you feel good