Eight Things You Should Add to Your Daily Routine

When it comes to a new workout routine, a new diet, or any self improvement, we often think about all the things we are going to have to stop doing, or all the things we are going to miss out on. Sometimes it can be a lot less daunting to add healthy choices into your lifestyle before taking away unhealthy choices.

1️⃣ Going for Walks 🚶‍♂️

Walking is a great form of exercise. We barely do it anymore! Past generations walked everywhere. Work, grocery store, you name it, and they probably walked there. Today the conveniences of life have gotten the best of us. Adding a 30-60 minute walk to your day will almost exclusively improve your health.

2️⃣ Going to Bed Earlier 💤

If you are anything like me, you do not get enough sleep. I come home from work cook dinner, ride my bike, watch a movie or do something else. By the time I finally get to bed it is midnight and my alarm is set for 6:00am! We all know sleep is important. In fact, it is one of the most important factors in being a healthy individual. It helps you lose weight, gain muscle, balance your hormones, and much much more. Try and get in bed nine hours before you have to wake up. That way you have some lenience for the time it takes you to actually get to sleep.

3️⃣ Go Outside ⛳️

Being stuck indoors is a major cause of depression. Hiding from the sun suffocates our bodies of Vitamin D. A powerful vitamin that is involved with bone density and feeling energized. It also plays a role in Vitamin B12 production. A vitamin that is historically low in Americans. Step outside when you can. Getting sunlight in the morning can even contribute to getting better sleep at night.

4️⃣ Drink an Extra Glass of Water in the Morning 🥛

Many of us struggle to get our water consumption in. After sleeping eight hours (which I know you’re doing after tip #2) your body wakes up dehydrated. Drinking a glass of water first thing in the morning can rehydrate and get you well on your way to hitting your water goal.

5️⃣ Eat an Extra Serving of Fruit 🫐

Eating more fruit is always a win in my book. Fruit is packed with vitamins, hydrating, refreshing, and can keep you satiated throughout the day. If you pick the right fruit, it even travels well and can sit at your desk until you’re ready to eat it.

6️⃣ “Exercise Snacks” After a Meal 🏃‍♂️

An exercise snack is a 5-10 minute workout. This can be doing 50 bodyweight squats in the office, going for a short walk, or anything else your imagination can dream of. Doing this after a big meal can improve your digestion and reduce the brain fog/lethargic feeling you get after a big lunch.

7️⃣ Create a Stretching Routine 🧘‍♂️

Mobility is something that many people lack. The great thing about a stretching routine is you can’t overdo it. You can stretch everyday even multiple times a day and you will only benefit from it. If you were to try and run multiple times a day thing’s would go south fast. Google, “10 minute full body stretching routine,” and hundreds of good options will appear. Try them all, find a favorite, and add it to your daily routine.

8️⃣ Drink a Protein Shake 🧋

Most people are lacking on protein. Protein is a prime ingredient in building muscle or keeping muscle. Not to mention that is can be an easy on the go snack that will fill you up until your next meal.

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