Have you been making resolutions to get healthy but never stick to it?
Let’s say you made resolutions over the years but had never stuck to it… Then perhaps you could start with this list of 25 Habits that can be started easily.
To make changes to start a healthier lifestyle. We should start today, not tomorrow.
When you make a decision to make changes to an unhealthy lifestyle and wish for a better self, you have to start new habits. And keep on replacing those old habits that aren’t helpful.
Healthy habits will help to further enforce your resolutions. Leading you towards your health goals, one at a time.
Remember that it takes at least 21 days to learn new habits to have a better chance to stick with them. Start with something small, that requires less effort and it will lead us to bigger things.
Small changes can lead to big impact
Here’s a list of 25 habits that you can easily start even today. Choose one and commit to it, work on it past the 21-day mark. If you like it, stick to it to continue reaping its benefits.
- Getting enough sleep: Decide on your wake-up time and aim to sleep for at least 6-8 hours a day. Adequate rest readies us for every new day.
- Make your bed every morning: Having a tidy bed at night can lift your mood. It also starts the day in a positive tone.
- Drink plenty of water: Stay hydrated by aiming for 2 liters of water a day. Drink even more if you’re active and sweating throughout the day.
- Stretch Everyday: Do a few minutes of Light Stretching (ie Doing basic Yoga Poses). This is great before bed or when waking up in the morning.
- Eat more Vegetables: Consume more Leafy, Green vegetables for your meals. A great source of nutrients, fiber to help you feeling full longer.
- Limit processed food: Limit processed food to decrease sodium intake. Save your calories for wholesome, nutritious food.
- Read food labels: Don’t fall for the “No Sugar” or “Low Fat” ads, check the labels to learn more about product’s ingredients.
- Mindful eating: Learn about mindful eating by chewing your food thoroughly. Start with the veggies, protein then carbs to promote better digestion.
- Limiting screen time: Especially near bedtime as the blue light emitted affects our ability to fall asleep. Read a book instead of reading on the phone to create a good habit.
- Spend more time outside: when the weather permits to get more fresh air in nature. Exposure to sunlight also helps the body produce Vitamin D, essential for bone health, immune function, and overall well-being.
- Learning and practicing new skills: Keep your brain stimulated by constantly renewing your knowledge. Helps the minds stay sharp!
- Read more: Get a few pages worth of articles or book a day. Learn to keep with the latest trend in your career to stay relevant.
- De-clutter your environment: Tidy up around the house. An organized work space and environment helps reduce stress and improve focus.
- Manage stress: Don’t ignore your stress level. Other than eating well, sleep sufficiently, and exercising regularly. Seek professional help if you need help.
- Limit sugar intake: Learn to drink unsweetened tea and coffee instead of sugary beverages. (Green tea, Herbal tea)
- Wash your hands regularly: Especially before all meals. This is crucial for preventing the spread of germs. Decrease the chance of putting harmful germs into your system.
- Practice deep breathing: when feeling overwhelmed, stop to take a few deep breathes. Controlled breathing can help manage stress and increase relaxation.
- Add Seeds to your diet: Chia seeds, Flax seeds, and Basil seeds can help increase your Fiber Intake. Fiber promotes better digestion. Add them to drinks or sprinkle on your food.
- Step out of your comfort zone: Challenge yourself and greet a stranger today. Who knows you will brighten someone’s day. While improve your social skill at the same time.
- Listening to Podcasts during exercise: Mixing it up with listening to music sometimes is a great way to learn. A great way to promote learning while you keep fit at the same time.
- Take short breaks: If work involves sitting all day, try to take a short breaks every hour. Improve blood circulation simply by walking around for a bit. This could even improve your productivity.
- Staying active throughout the day: Break up your day with 3 sets of 10-minute workouts to ditch the sedentary life. The benefits of exercise are cumulative when you’re short on time.
- Limit caffeine consumption: Limit caffeinated beverages like coffee, tea, and sodas with caffeine content after lunch to improve sleep quality. Even if you can fall asleep after coffee, the quality will be affecting your sleep cycle.
- Enlist technology for health: Wearable tech offers insights into your activity and sleep patterns, help you find ways to improve them. But always consult a doctor if you have any concerns.
- Eat your dinners earlier: Schedule your dinners earlier (at least 2 hours before sleep) to curb cravings and promote restful sleep. Plus, it helps manage weight by keeping your calorie intake in check.
You don’t have to do all of these at once. And know that this list is just some of my suggestion. I’m sure there are plenty more you can think of. So explore and discover a healthy habit that can help you best.
If you haven’t yet done any, you can pick one of these and start right away!
“We all need small sparks, small accomplishments in our lives to fuel the big ones. Think of your small accomplishments as kindling. When you want a bonfire, you don’t start by lighting a big log. You collect some witch’s hair—a small pile of hay or some dry, dead grass. You light that, and then add small sticks and bigger sticks before you feed your tree stump into the blaze. Because it’s the small sparks, which start small fires, that eventually build enough heat to burn the whole fucking forest down.”
– David Goggins
Replace one bad habit with a healthy one
While some habits on this list may require more effort than others, remember that even small changes can make a significant difference in your overall well-being.
When you swap out a negative habit with a healthy one, you would have take two steps toward your goal.
Incorporating these practices into your daily routine can empower you to:
- Feel your best: Experience an increase in energy levels, improve mood, and gain a sharper mind.
- Boost your physical health: Reduce your risk of chronic diseases and promote a healthy weight.
- Enhance your mental well-being: Stress management to promote emotional resilience.
Remember to consider sustainability when you’re just starting. Target one new habit instead of overwhelming yourself and trying to achieve it all at once.
Know that each of these can help improve our health, both physically and mentally. Through a strong body and mind, we will be able to face more challenges ahead of us.
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