Creating Healthy Lifestyle Habits
Guest Article provided by Life Coach, Sheila Johnson
With all the ways you can go about it, developing healthy habits can seem overwhelming.
Rather than making big lifestyle changes, it's best to start small to ensure you'll continue these habits in the long term.
Take a look at some ways in which you can develop healthy habits through just a few small changes to your lifestyle.
Start Getting Regular Exercise
No matter what level you're at, you can find a way to incorporate light exercise into your life.
If lifting weights or running isn't your priority, try starting small with low-impact workouts.
Through low-impact workouts, you can bring a variety of health benefits to you at any level of practice, and you can easily tailor it to your current fitness level.
Another option to start small is going for walks every day. Aside from being a great outlet to relax from work or school, taking a walk can help you lose weight and fight joint-related pain.
It's also an easy activity to take up, as no equipment is necessary, and you can do it during any free time you have.
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Try Keeping a Journal
One way to help you keep track of your life and wellness goals is to keep a journal.
Writing down your feelings, goals, or whatever is on your mind at the moment can help you take a step back and look at the big picture.
A journal can also be used to document any new habits you want to develop, such as getting exercise.
Keeping track of habits by writing them down can help them stick and aid you in forming new, healthier routines.
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Create a Healing Home Environment
Reinforce your healthy lifestyle by making your home a place that promotes healthy living.
One way to nurture a healing environment is to buy lighting, plants, and decorations that help reduce your stress.
Other activities, such as cleaning and decluttering or adjusting the temperature in your home, can have a calming effect on you as well.
Also, keep your fridge stocked with water and healthy foods to promote healthy eating habits.
Additionally, try designating certain areas of your home for healthy practices. For example, reserve one room in your home for solitude or meditation, or create a workout room in another space.
If you don't have gym equipment at home, you can even perform light workouts using home items, such as using a chair for tricep dips or performing floor-based calisthenics exercises.
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Developing a Long-Lasting Healthy Lifestyle
Many changes you can make toward developing a healthy lifestyle don't have to be a complete life overhaul.
If you're still unsure what habits may be good for you, consider connecting with professional counsellor and consultant Krissia Bynoe-David to get personalized support.
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