Cold temperatures go hand-in-hand with comfort eating, hibernation and less exercise. With only a few weeks left of winter, it’s a good time to banish bad habits that may have crept in.
Here are some ways to get the jump on spring.
Be social
Kick off the Ugg boots and pop on a party dress. Getting out and having fun with friends gives you so much more than a smile and belly laughs. Several studies have linked being social with physical health benefits and a
healthier lifestyle.
Try: If there’s nothing in the diary, be the party planner and organise a catch-up with friends. From brunch at your favourite cafe to an all-out dinner party, some face-to-face time may be just the medicine you need.
Get moving, no excuses!
Is the icy chill putting the freeze on your exercise routine? Come on, that’s not an excuse. There’s no reason you can’t switch it up and workout indoors.
Try: Skipping, jump squats and lunges are easy loungeroom activities. The 7 Minute Workout is a great app to try for a quick workout indoors. Seven minutes is also not too daunting, if you need to ease back into exercising.
Improve your mood
It is no secret that a positive mindset helps you focus on your health. In fact, research shows that a positive mood can be the trigger to choosing healthy over indulgent foods and can also help with motivation to set health goals. So how can you shake off a winter slump and improve your mood? Among many other things, studies show good old sunshine and listening to upbeat
music work.
Try: Pop on a warm winter woolly to get out in those nourishing rays or head out for a walk listening to your favourite tunes.
