Time to shake off those winter blues and enjoy the sunshine – Spring is finally here!
Say goodbye to the cold of winter and hello to fresh flowers and sunnier days as spring has officially sprung.
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Get rid of winter lurgies and make the most out of this wonderful time of the year with our simple wellness tips for a better mind, body, health and soul!
Spring into better nutrition
Don’t let end-of-season flu knock you down! Good nutrition is key in fighting against these springtime viruses and bacteria. So, make a conscious decision to add more fresh fruits and vegetables back into your diet to help fuel your immune system this spring.
Think of it like spring cleaning for your body – out with the junk and in with the good stuff! Experts recommend upping our intake of immunity-boosting foods that are rich in iron, zinc and vitamins C and D.
Try a new workout routine
Spring is the perfect time to give your exercise routine a much-needed refresh! Are you a runner? Try a different exercise for a week such as swimming, bicycling or even lifting weights. The variation in exercise can awaken new muscles from their winter sleep and even stir up a new passion in you.
No gym membership? No worries. A quick search on the internet will reveal a wide range of at-home workouts that deliver the same results all without stepping foot inside a gym. Click here for a list of the best free online workouts to try.
Step outside and smell the roses
What better way to rejuvenate your senses for spring than going out into the great outdoors? Studies show that being outside in nature significantly affects our mental health making us happier, calmer, healthier and more energetic.
So, carve time out of your day to go outside daily even for just 30 minutes. You’ll notice an immediate change in your mood as you feel less stressed and more connected with the spring spirit.
Get into a habit of a more positive mindset
According to scientists, humans have an estimated 12,000-60,000 thoughts a day, 80% of which are said to be negative! So, whenever you find yourself getting bogged down by pessimistic thoughts, respond in the opposite way.
Instead of saying “I can’t meet this deadline,” try “I don’t know how I’m going to meet this deadline, but I know I can if I give it enough thought.”
Reinforce the same positive response over and over until you begin to see more and more time pass between these negative thoughts. The chemicals produced by our bodies in response to these optimistic thoughts will help you bloom into the best version of yourself this spring.
