Self Care Series Part 1: Physical Wellness

Self Care Series Part 1: Physical Wellness

Welcome to this 8 part weekly Self Care Series, where we look at 8 key aspects of Self Care. 

My Challenge To You: Each week (M-F) take 1 Action Step daily to start paving your 2021 with intentional positive Self Care Habits.

Making time for adequate sleep is essential and yes, every person is going to have a different sleep cycle, honor yours. *PS: The suggestion of putting the phone or ipad down an hour before shut eye is really a thing;)

Our bodies need physical release to move stuck, stagnant energy in the body such as stress. Making time for Yoga, Running, Walking, Stretching anything that gets your heart rate up a little bit (try for a sweat) at least once a day for 30 minutes; not only good for stress reduction but as well as good for the inside of the body.

Athina Personal Training Recommendation (you can find her on facebook):

Make sure to get enough protein to maintain your current muscle and protect joints and bones~rule of thumb is about 1 gram per body lb, e.x. 145lb  person needs about 145 g of protein. 

Never skip breakfast...it’s not a myth.

When eating make sure you eat your protein first and don’t fill up on the veggies/salad as it won’t sustain you long enough, also salads/veggies tend to fill up the tummy quickly and extend it, not leaving room for the protein. Try to avoid starches/carbs (ex: past, white rice, potatoes, bread, etc.) in the second half of the day.

It’s better to eat 5-6 smaller meals throughout the day...breakfast, snack, lunch, snack, dinner (and if need) a small protein ex: egg or string cheese before bed.

Thank you Maria, of Athina Personal Training for your recommendations. On a side note, if these recommendations aren’t your jam, please do you and whatever feels best for your body.

Be good to your body, it works hard for you every.single.day.