Improving Your Physical Health is Essential For Your Overall Well-being

The following Health Guide presents 27 steps as ways to improve your physical health. Improving your physical health through regular exercise and a balanced diet will boost your overall well-being.

Achieving optimum physical health will have ripple effects supporting various facets of your life. For example, physical health naturally promotes positive emotions, fostering a sense of happiness. Moreover, dedicating time to physical activity is an avenue to cultivate new friendships. Plus, engaging in community activities, such as joining a local sports team, instills a greater sense of happiness in your living environment. That is, all aspects of a GoodLiife are connected.

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Health Guide Step 1: Drink Enough Water

Your body needs water to stay healthy. For guys, that’s about 15.5 cups a day, and for girls, it’s about 11.5 cups a day. But remember, these measures can vary depending on how much you exercise and how hot it is. Dark urine is a sign of dehydration you should look out for.

Health Guide Step 2: Get Moving

If you’re under 60, aim to walk 8,000 to 10,000 steps a day, which is about 80-100 minutes of walking. If you’re over 60, a little less is okay, like 6,000 to 8,000 steps per day. You can also try 150 to 300 minutes of moderate activity each week, which includes brisk walking. Explore new ways to stay active by finding a sport you enjoy, like dancing or cycling. Feel grateful that you’re able to move your body.

Health Guide Step 3: Eat 5 Pieces of Fruits and Vegetables a Day

Eat at least 5 servings of different pieces of fruit and vegetables a day. An 80-gram serving is one portion. Prioritize fresh produce over dried and canned foods. Yet, know that canned fruits and vegetables in natural juice or water (without added sugar) do count toward your 5 A Day goal. Remember, starchy foods such as potatoes are excluded from this goal. Make sure to acknowledge your fortune for having access to a diverse range of nutritious foods.

Health Guide Step 4: Set a Morning and Evening Routine for Improved Mental Health

Your morning and evening routine should consist of journaling and meditation. Incorporate the following morning and evening routines:

- Morning: Start journalling by listing three things you’re grateful for. Next, write down an activity to do in your day that’s enjoyable or relaxing.

- Morning: Meditate. Studies show at least 5-10 minutes of daily meditation is effective for alleviating stress, anxiety, and depression.

- Morning: Avoid checking your phone or other digital devices during your journalling and meditation time.

- Evening: No screens an hour before bed, no sugar or caffeine during this time, and avoid eating later than 2 hours before you head to sleep.

- Evening: Start journallng. Work on transforming negative thoughts you had in the day into positive ones. Plus, reflect on the day’s highlights. Think about what went well in your day, and what you enjoyed.

- Evening: Set aside 5-10 minutes for meditation.

This routine will promote mental health and positive thoughts for a restful night’s sleep and a productive day.

Health Guide Step 5: Take Care of Your Gut

Your gut health can affect your mood and overall well-being. Include probiotics like yogurt and kefir in your diet. Eat prebiotic foods like garlic and onions to promote a healthy gut biome.

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Health Guide: Ways to Improve Physical Health (27 Steps)