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#4 Prepare your snacks and find your fitness.

Embarking on a healthy lifestyle requires a bit of planning and preparation.  By keeping your cupboards stocked with nutritous options, meal preparation becomes just a convenient as grabbing pre-packaged meals.  Similarly, finding an exercise or sport you enjoy will boost your motivation to stick to your routine.

Snack Smart

Tepmtations often arise when hunger pangs strike, and making healthy choices can be challenging. However, by eliminating ultr-processed foods and excessive sugars, cravings tend to deminish. Nevertheless, occassional snacks can provide a much-needed energy boost.

Here’s a list of healthy snack options to explore and incorporate into your routine:

NUTS – A mix of nuts, such as almonds, walnuts and cashews, offers a rich source of fiber and protein, helping to curb that hunger

100% Cocao Chocolate –  This dark chocolate variety satisfies chocolate cravings without the high sugar content.  Grate some over your yogurt or kefir for a healthier twist on milk chocolate.

Dates – Dates are a nutritinal powerhouses, but they do contain natural sugars.  Fresh Medjool dates provide a sustained energy boost, and freezing them enhances their chewy texture.  Alternatively, stuff them with nut butter for a delicious combination.

Cheese & Crackers – Opt for rye crackers such as Ryvita with seeds adding some cheese.  Cottage cheese is a lower-fat option compared to cheddar.  but both can provide a quick energy boost.

Protien Shakes – For post-workout recovery, protein shakes are an excellent way to replenish minerals and boost proten intake.  However, carefully check the ingredients to avoid shakes containing added sucralose or fructose.

Getting used to eating more healthy changes person to person, changing quantities and breaking habits does require a bit of dicipline, but you will soon notice the benifits of more enery, clearer thinking and the weight dropping away.

Find your Exercise Groove

Exercising shouldn’t be a chore.  Choose activities you genuinely enjoy.  If you’ve been inactive for a while, start with light activities like gardeniing or short walks.  Gradually increase the duration of your walks to 20 or 30 minutes.  Consistent walking not only improves your fitness but also trains your body to become more efficient at using energy.

Walking and running are excellent starting points, and they’re free.  However, if you prefer group settings, explore local classes, clubs or online communities. Many gyms offer a variety of classes from cycling, rowing and ski machines to pilates, yoga and weight traininig.  Joininig these classes not only enhances your fitness but also fosters a sense of community and support.

This week, take the initiative to stock your kitchen with healthy foods and research exercises that align with your interest. Begin replacing unhealthy snacks with more nutritious options that nourish your body and mind.  The goal is to achieve A Healthy Body, A Healthy Mind and a Long and Healthy Life!

I’d love to hear your ideas and commitments to what you are going to do in the comments below.

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If you want to find out more about how my Vitality Project program can help you lead a longer, healthier life, contact me now Rik@MentallyHealthier.co.uk  to arrange a FREE ‘Clarity Call’ to see how we can work together. Until next time, remember,

A Healthy Body & Healthy Mind leads to A Healthy Life!