Showing posts with label sleep. Show all posts
Showing posts with label sleep. Show all posts

Monday, March 3, 2014

Start Your Week Off Right!

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Monday morning, probably the worst day of the week! No one likes going back to work Monday morning. On Sunday, everyone is dreading having to start the work week over again. One reason Mondays are so dreaded is because they are the furthest day away from the weekend. Even though Monday is so hated, if you start the day off right, there is no way you can have a bad day. Make sure you get enough sleep the night before so you are not tired the next morning. That means going to bed a decent hour. Most people need between 6-8 hours of sleep, so make sure that you choose a time that gives you the rest you need. When you wake up, do some light exercise, go for a jog, take your dogs for a walk, etc. Exercise gets the blood pumping through the body, increases your metabolism and helps the body and mind wake up. Make sure you eat a healthy breakfast to again start your metabolism, replenish your energy and repair your muscles. Remember to replenish your water intake as well. Follow this routine and I guarantee you won't dread your mornings any more. Have a great week!

Wednesday, October 2, 2013

Tips on How to Keep Your Body Healthy

woman with an apple, how to keep your body healthyMost people are already aware of how to keep your body healthy. But then why are more than ½ of Americans overweight or obese and why are lifestyle diseases on the rise.  Our society has become obsessed with the fastest, easiest, most convenient foods; our jobs are more sedentary, and we sit in front of the computer and TV for hours as we turn off our brains. It’s no wonder 6 out of 10 Americans want to lose weight and that diseases like diabetes, atherosclerosis and metabolic syndrome are becoming more prevalent. Well if you don’t know how to keep you body healthy or you need a refresh take a look at these tips. Read more...

Monday, December 26, 2011

Get Better Sleep Today

 

Sleeping is a necessary part of life that allows our brains and body to rest and rejuvenate, to keep us functioning at an optimal performance level. When adequate sleep is not achieved then our brain function and body capabilities diminish causing symptoms of fatigue, memory loss, difficulty concentrating, mood swings, and weight gain. So why is sleep so important? During sleep our body is physically repairing and rebuilding cellular damage caused from the previous day. As the body renews, hormones and growth are also regulated. Minimal or inconsistent sleep throws off the bodies entire system this happens all too much causing many people to have trouble sleeping or be sleep deprived on a regular basis. Read more...

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