How To Get Back Into A Healthy Routine This Summer

After waiting so long for things to go back to normal, it feels like this summer has arrived quite suddenly, doesn’t it? We all got used to soldiering on through the pandemic, of focusing on the vital necessary tasks, and telling ourselves that we would take care of some of those bad habits when we had time.

Well, now that the sun is out and we can start getting outside and seeing people again, this is the perfect time to get back into a routine that is healthy and productive. Here are a few tips to help you get started.

 

Get Into A Gentle Exercise Routine

To say that there has been a lot of sofa time over the last year or so would be a colossal understatement. We have all been doing a lot of reclining as we have tried to take our minds off everything that has been going on.

Now that the weather is finally a little brighter, this is the perfect time to dust off those trainers and start getting back into some gentle regular exercise. Remember to set yourself realistic goals and to not push yourself too hard and first. Establishing the routine is the most important thing.

 

Make Time For A Dental Check-Up

Part of getting back into a healthy routine is making sure that we are looking after ourselves. That means going for those regular check-ups that we may have missed during the course of the pandemic. We should all be visiting the dentist once every six months to stay on top of any oral hygiene problems, but it’s not all about making sure that we don’t have any cavities or wisdom teeth coming through.

Feeling confident in our teeth and in our smiles makes such a big difference to our general outlook. Oracle Dental are specialists in endodontics (that’s the study of tooth pain) and they offer a range of different treatments and options, including veneers, teeth whitening and dental implants.

 

Cut Down On The Comfort Foods And Drinks

It has partly been because of the stress, and it has partly been because we have been working from home, but a lot of us have got back into some bad habits when it comes to our diets. It has been all too easy to reach for a sugary or salty snack, to rely on the energy jolt of a full-fat soda, or to order a takeaway rather than face cooking the same old dinner. But now that things are getting a little bit brighter, we can all start to look at making healthier choices.

Try to replace those unhealthy snacks with fruits and nuts. Think about how you can expand your cooking repertoire to introduce some healthy new recipes. It may also be time to think about cutting down on your alcohol intake. A lot of people have started to rely on alcohol during the pandemic, and it’s a habit that you want to avoid. You should also think about cutting back on your caffeine and replacing one of your morning coffees with a decaf option.

About Lisa Baker, Editor, Wellbeing News 4214 Articles
Editor Lisa Baker is passionate about the benefits of a holistic approach to healing. Lisa is a qualified Vibrational Therapist and has qualifications in Auricular Therapy, Massage, Kinesiology, Crystal Healing, Seichem and is a Reiki Master.