I love my first session with a new client. I love getting to know what makes them tick, what their life is like, and what they struggle with. One question that comes up almost every time is, what can they do TODAY to make a change. Here are my favourite tips for stepping in the right direction to a healthier lifestyle. 1. Hydrate Yes, it’s that important, angel-face. Heavenly hydration is your fastest ticket to glowing skin, clearer thoughts, and more energy. It can also help ease suffering from cravings, excess weight, headaches, nausea, poor sleep, and skin irritations. Keep a pretty glass or bottle on your desk and refill it often. Plain water is best (preferably high-quality filtered) but if you get bored, try experimenting with creating your own (sugar-free) iced teas, or adding fresh fruit slices, mint, or a squeeze of lemon juice. Vegetable soup, fresh juice, and herbal tea all count too! 2. Steer clear of processed foods Artificial sweeteners, colours, flavours, thickeners and preservatives (‘E’ numbers), refined sugar, corn syrup, MSG, and trans fats can all wreak havoc on your health and happiness. Read the labels of everything you intend to eat. If it contains anything artificial or ingredients you can’t pronounce, or know what tey are, then they might be better left on the shelf. 3. Eat more plants The more you munch on whole foods and pure, natural ingredients, the more sparkly you’ll feel. Stock up on plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables and focus on ‘eating the rainbow’ to absorb the greatest range of vitamins, minerals and micronutrients. Show your pantry some love too by filling it with healthy staples like herbs, spices, nuts, seeds, beans, lentils, brown rice, and quinoa. 4. Hit the hay Getting enough sleep is vital for a healthy mind and body. If you often have trouble sleeping, try creating a relaxing night-time ritual. Switch off your TV, phone and computer, and stretch, meditate, or try some deep breathing exercises. Make your bedroom a haven of serenity with fresh sheets, comfy pillows, soft lighting and a lack of clutter. 6. Shake what your Mumma gave ya’ Finding movement you love doesn’t have to involve a gym, if that doesn’t inspire you. There are so many movement options out there – you just need to find one you enjoy. Round up a friend and try lots of different activities until you find something you love. Think: yoga, boxing, pilates, Zumba, trampolining, rock climbing, running, team sports, CrossFit, hiking, athletics, dancing, roller skating, sailing, surfing, canoeing, stand-up paddle boarding, – even mountain climbing! Make it a fun adventure.
Posted on: Mon, 24 Nov 2014 04:12:14 +0000
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