12 Habits of Super-Healthy People

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12 Habits of Super-Healthy People


Have Breakfast

It's important for a bunch of reasons. It
jump-starts your metabolism and stops you
from overeating later. Plus, studies show
that adults who have a healthy breakfast do
better at work, and kids who eat a morning
meal score higher on tests. If a big plateful
first thing isn't for you, keep it light with a
granola bar or a piece of fruit. Just don't
skip it.


Plan Your Meals

It'll help you save time and money in the long
run. Block out some time, then sit down and
consider your goals and needs. Do you want
to lose weight? Cut back on sugar, fat, or
carbs? Add protein or vitamins? Meal prep
keeps you in control. You know what you're
eating and when. A bonus: It'll be that much
easier to skip those doughnuts in the
break-room at work.

Drink Plenty of Water

It can do so many good things for you.
Staying hydrated is at the top of the list, but
it may also help you lose weight. Another
reason to go for H2O? Sugary drinks are
linked to obesity and type 2 diabetes. If you
aren't a fan of plain water, add flavor with
slices of orange, lemon, lime, watermelon,
or cucumber.

Take an Exercise Break

Don't just grab another cup of coffee
-- get up and move. Do some deep
lunges or stretches. It's great for your
body and mind. Just 30 minutes of
walking five times a week may help
keep the blues at bay. And if you
can't do those minutes all at once,
short bursts help, too.

Go Offline

Checking your email and social media a lot?
Sure, your friends' and family's latest updates
are just a click away, but do you really need
to see pictures of your cousin's latest meal?
Let it wait until morning. Set a time to log off
and put the phone down. When you cut back
on screen time, it frees you to do other
things. Take a walk, read a book, or help your
cousin chop veggies for her next great
dinner.

Learn Something New

New skills help keep your brain
healthy. Sign up for a dance class or
a creative writing workshop. Better
yet, master a new language. The
mental work it takes can slow the
signs of aging and may even delay
the effects of Alzheimer's disease.

Don't Smoke

If you light up, quit. It's a big move
toward better health. Your body repairs
itself quickly. As soon as 20 minutes
after your last cigarette, your heart
rate and blood pressure drop. Why
wait? Kick the habit, today. Your doctor
will be happy to help you get started.

Sleep Well

There are almost too many benefits to list.
A good night's sleep keeps you in a better
mood, sharpens memory and focus, and
helps you learn new things. In the long
term, it lowers your risk of heart disease
and helps you keep trim. Aim to get 7 to 9
hours a night. For the best rest, do it on
schedule -- turning in and waking up at
about the same times every day.

Train Your Muscles

Strength training helps your body trade fat
for muscle mass. That means you'll burn
more calories even when you're being a
couch potato. But these workouts can also
help you slim down, strengthen your heart,
and build up your bones. Do strength training
exercises -- like push-ups, lunges,
and weight lifting -- at least twice a week.

Head Outdoors

A few minutes in the sunshine raisesvitamin D levels, and that's good for yourbones, your heart, and your mood. Plus,being outside means you're more likely tomove your body instead of parking it infront of the TV or computer. Choose natureover city streets, if you can. One studyfound that people who strolled in urbangreen spaces were calmer than people whowalked in built-up areas.

Keep Your Balance

If you're young and active, good balance willhelp you avoid injuries. If you're older, it willkeep you active longer and lower the chancesyou'll fall and break a bone. No matter yourage, good balance means better muscle tone,a healthier heart, and greater confidence.Yoga and tai chi are great ways to work on it,but just about anything that keeps youmoving, even walking, can help.

Be Mindful

It can mean meditating or simply stopping tosmell the roses. However you do it, studiesshow mindfulness slashes stress, relieves pain,and improves your mood. And scientists arebeginning to understand how. One study foundthat 8 weeks of regular meditation can changeparts of your brain related to emotions, learning,and memory. Even washing dishes can be goodfor your brain, as long as you do it mindfully.

Thank You


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