
Let's be honest who doesn't want to curl up with a big bowl of mac and cheese on a cold dark night and watch bad TV?
The truth is you can have your lazy and indulgent days... but earn them! If we regularly allow ourselves to overindulge and sink into bed when the sun goes down we'll be setting ourselves up for a long depressing winter.
Here are some helpful tips to stay healthy, happy and motivated all through the grueling winter months.
1. Get some daylight ASAP
A dark house is an invitation to get back in bed. As soon as you get up open the curtains and let in whatever light from outside shine in. If it's not too cold open a window and get some fresh air to wake up all your senses. Keeping yourself in the dark can contribute to SAD (seasonal affective disorder), which we definitely don’t want to do!
2. Eat breakfast
Get off on the right foot by preparing a healthy breakfast for yourself each morning. A nutritious meal in the morning will rev up your metabolism and set you up to make healthy decisions throughout the day.
3. Bundle up and get out
Put your warmest winter wear to good use. Pile on your hat, scarf, coat and gloves and get moving outside. Your brain may not like it but make your feet take you there.
4. Tune into your tunes
Play your favorite tunes to distract you from the cold or blast them indoors to make house work more fun. Music has incredible power over moods.
5. Evening Activity
Plan to take part in an afternoon or evening group activity. This is the perfect time to register for that painting class you've always wanted to do or try something new like a spinning or dance class. Group activities keep you engaged in your community and now there is no excuse to run home right after work.
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