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10-Science Backed Habits

By November 26, 2019November 29th, 2019No Comments

Today, I want to share 10 science-backed habits proven to recharge your life. When you take time for self-care, you have more energy. When you have more energy, you’re more productive. When you’re productive, your mood improves. When your mood improves, your confidence grows. And when your confidence grows, you make more time for self-care. Rinse and repeat.

Choose one of these evidence-based activities and make it a part of your routine this week.

Number one, detox from news and social media. Stay away for an hour or stay away for a week, but remove yourself from the toxic news space and never start your day reading the headlines.

Number two, spend time in nature. Exposure to green space, reduces risk of chronic diseases and improves overall good health. So hit the trails or just get out and get some sunshine or just go for a walk and just feel better.

Number three, exercise. And you already know the benefits of high intensity strength training like we do at max strength fitness, but it also improves your brain. Exercise concluded brain fog while improving memory and focus.

Number four, meditate for 10 minutes. Even a few minutes to sit quietly can make a huge difference. MRIs find that brain benefits lasts long after the meditation session has ended.

Number five, take deep breaths. Relax your shoulders. Inhale to a count of five. Hold for five. Exhale to the count of five and repeat. See what the difference makes in how your body feels.

Number six, take a long bath. If you don’t have a bathtub, soak your feet or try a cold shower. Feel refreshed.

Number seven, say thank you. Make a list of 10 things you are grateful for. Be specific. When you focus on what’s going well in your life, it takes power away from what isn’t.

Number eight, spend time with family and friends who support you. Bonus points if there are hugs and laughter involved. Connection reduces stress and improves your mental wellbeing.

Number nine, fuel your body. When you’re good to your body, your body pays you back. Eat whole foods that fuel you.

Number 10, make time for a hobby. Not every part of your life has to be all hustle and grind. Hobbies reduce stress, improve creativity, and boost mood. Make time to do something you love.

There you have it. 10 science-backed habits proven to recharge your life. Pick one and get it done.