For many people, the beginning of November marks the busiest time of the year. Thanksgiving and the winter holidays make the last two months of the year hectic, and busy schedules make it difficult to stay on track with a healthy diet and an exercise regimen. In fact, lack of time is the number one excuse for not exercising.
As humans, we’re great at making excuses for not doing the things we should. However, being busy isn’t a good reason to give up a healthy lifestyle. In fact, there are several simple changes you can make to improve and maintain your health no matter how packed your schedule may be in the coming months.
4 Easy Tips for Staying Healthy
- Drink up! Buy a large, BPA-free water bottle, and keep it filled and with you at all times. Water flushes toxins from your body and transports vital nutrients,
so staying properly hydrated is a key component of a healthy lifestyle. Men need an average of 13 cups of water per day, and women need an average of 9 cups. Carrying a reusable water bottle with you at all times is the best way to make sure you’re drinking enough throughout the day. - Never skip breakfast. Skipping breakfast may buy you a few extra minutes in the morning, but it’s not worth it. A good breakfast increases your energy and improves your concentration. It also helps with weight control and lowerOpt for healthy foods like hard-boiled eggs, whole wheat toast, fruit smoothies or veggie omelets to kickstart your day.
- Enjoy healthy snacks. When you’re ready for a mid-morning or mid-afternoon snack, choose veggies, fruits or whole grains, and avoid the urge to reach for a sugary, salty or high-calorie treat. Healthy snacks will help you keep your weight on track, and they’ll give you energy to power through your day.
- Get up and move. Lack of exercise results in just as many deaths as smoking. Even if you don’t have time to hit the gym, a few minutes of daily exercise will reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease.
While this is by no means an exhaustive list of ways to stay healthy when your time is limited, but incorporating these minor changes is a great start. No matter how busy your day may be, making time for these changes will help you avoid getting completely off track in the coming months.
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