Positive habits reborn

I’ve recently gotten on a big health kick. And by recent I mean, this week. But in just a week, I’ve picked up some positive habits I had “back in the day” that I let slide over time.

They are:

  • Getting at least a half an hour of exercise every day. Even if its nothing more than making sure I am on my feet doing SOMETHING for that length of time. Too often I find myself chained to the desk sitting for hours on end. That’s not good for my posture or anything else. My goal is to work up a good sweat every day, but if not… at least know I’ve made a conscious effort to get up and get moving.
  • Reading a book. I like to read, but I’m making an effort to read a little bit out of a BOOK every day. Don’t give me those e-readers and whatnot. Its too much like being on a computer. I want a book that I can touch and smell. That I have to have a bookmark to hold my place at the end of every day.
  • Classical music. I forgot what a HUGE collection of classical music I have. I dug the CDs out and threw them in the CD player. What a wonderfully relaxing thing to do… lets me meditate and just pulls this wonderful blanket of relaxation over me.
  • Healthy eating. I know I can’t live on salads alone, but I’m doing something pretty darn close these days! Give me fresh fruits and vegetables, please! Love ’em.
  • Vitamins. I’ve never really been a “take your vitamins” girl. Until I started reading the wonderful health benefits of Vitamin C. Now I’m a vitamin poppin’ lady, and I am feeling FANTASTIC for it.
  • Sunshine. I know the dangers of too much sun and skin cancer. But I also know the health benefits. Not only Vitamin D, but just the emotional benefits! This past week has been SO dreary, but the last two days… sunshine! I have made sure to get outside for awhile and soak up some rays. I’m not a lay-out-in-it kind of gal, so I try to match it up with my exercise. Double win!
  • Get enough sleep. I am still a night owl to the -nth degree… however, I’m remembering that that arbitrary get-up-by-this-time isn’t so steadfast. I work from home on my own hours. If I didn’t get enough sleep, by golly I’m going to roll over and take some more time! If I DO have to get up for any reason, you can bet I’m going to sneak a nap in somewhere. Sleep does the body GOOD.
  • Water. I have my trusty water bottle, and I make sure I have to refill it at LEAST once a day… preferably twice.

I hope I can keep with this program. Its only been a week, but already I am noticing differences in my mood, mindset and body. Such simple little changes can make a really huge difference.

7 thoughts on “Positive habits reborn”

  1. Good plan. Small changes do add up. I’m making a few changes too and it is also showing. Let’s encourage each other to keep up the good work. Feeling good and being healthy for a lifetime is the goal. Love you!

  2. This post excites me so much!

    I loooove my vitamin C&E combo. Chris takes it, too. Supposed to be like a men’s prenatal vitamin, which is a plus.

    And the exercise! I’ve gotten into the Biggest Loser Cardio Max dvd. Cardio + Strength + Yoga in a neatly wrapped 30 minute workout? Yes, please! I feel so empowered when I master a new routine or movement.

    And veggies! We’ve followed that 3-day “diet” menu the last two weeks, and while I lost weight last week… I haven’t this week. BUT- it sure gives us fruits & veggies! I haven’t eaten so many veggies in a long time, and they are so good. Steamed broccoli, cauliflower, fresh corn, carrots, cabbage, etc. Delicious this time of year. I can’t wait until my FIL has a ton of tomatoes in his garden. He sent us the cabbage last week, and we made a really lovely lowfat slaw. Yesterday he sent cucumbers & red onions; guess what I’m eating for lunch? ;-)

    I am so proud of you for having goals and keeping it up – it’s inspiring!

    1. YAY! THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!

      ooh… I like the diet menu idea. I just saw someone suggest a “rainbow diet” — where you try to eat something of every color in a day. It intrigued me and makes me want to hit the produce section and find just that!

      I will have to check out that DVD, too! That sounds like fun and very comprehensive. I’m all about it!! Keep it up! We will cheer each other on!!

  3. Good for you! Remember healthy eating isn’t just salads :) Check out my blog for tons of delicious – healthy recipes. The most recent one was Spinach & Zucchini Pie and over the weekend I’m adding a Baked Meatball Stew! http://doitthehardway.com/blog/

    As far as the exercise – nothing beats P90X !! It’s tough, but it’s worth it, and it’s addicting.

    Keep up the great work!

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