If
prioritizing self-care is one of your goals, you need to have your own wellness
routine. A wellness routine will allow you to maintain your physical and mental
wellbeing. Prioritizing self-care can help keep you happy and healthy. Continue
reading to learn how to develop your own wellness routine.
Set Up A Sleep Schedule
Sleep
is vital to our physical and mental help. It can be very easy to stay up later
or push starting your day back a few hours on days you have off. Sticking to a
regular sleep schedule can get your body into a good rhythm and make you
well-rested. For adults ages 18 to 60 years old, the recommended amount of
sleep per night is at least 7 hours. For adults 61 years old and up, the
recommended amount of sleep is 7 to 9 hours per night.
Keep Yourself Hydrated
Drinking
water and staying hydrated is one of the best ways to take care of yourself.
Drinking enough water can boost your immune system, increase your metabolism,
and keep you energized. For men, the recommended amount of water per day is
15.5 cups. For women, 11.5 cups of water per day are recommended.
Eat A Healthy Diet
Eating
a nutritious diet is extremely important for your physical health. Some
positives of healthy eating are having more energy, lowering the risk for heart
problems, and improving your overall health. A few tips to eating a healthier
diet are eating a variety of foods, cutting down on sugar, consuming more
fiber, choosing complex carbs, and watching out for salt.
Being Active
Staying
sedentary can lead to a multitude of medical problems. It is recommended that
adults get at least 150 minutes of moderate physical activity. Being more
active can start with taking the stairs instead of the elevator, standing
longer instead of sitting, setting an alarm each hour of your day to move
around, and taking short walks.
Meditate A Few Minutes Each Day
Meditation
can provide you with a few minutes of peace and quiet each day during your busy
life. If you have trouble meditating, start by using a mediation app or guided meditation
audio. In a world full of distractions, it's important to have a few minutes to
yourself each day.
Have A Bedtime Ritual
The
best way to get a good night's sleep is by prepping for sleep properly. Your
mind and body need time to wind down before falling asleep. A few pieces of
your bedtime routine could be drinking a cup of tea or a glass of water, doing
your skincare routine, turning screens off 30 minutes before bed, and reading a
few pages of a great book.
Developing
your own wellness routine is just one piece of prioritizing your health.
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Sources:
https://mhanational.org/blog/7-tips-keeping-routine-your-wellness
https://www.nih.gov/health-information/physical-wellness-toolkit
https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/diet-nutrition/changing-habits-better-health
https://www.healthline.com/health/best-time-to-sleep#how-much-to-sleep