Quick Home Workout for the New Year!
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Now that you’ve recovered from yesterday’s hangover, start your new year’s off with a great workout! Get your blood pumping with this 20 minute no-equipment home workout.
A 12-Minute Outdoor HIIT Workout You Can Do Anywhere
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The holidays are busy and stressful, so it can be tough to find time to hit the gym. Instead of skipping it, try this quick and effective 12 minute HIIT workout you can do anywhere!
7 HIIT Workouts Perfect for the Holidays (Equipment-Free!)
https://www.12minuteathlete.com/holiday-hiit-workouts/
Holidays can be super busy, which causes stress on our bodies which leads to the release of cortisol that promotes fat storage. That combined with the holiday treats is the reason why the average American gains 8-15 pounds during the holiday season! Don’t be in that statistic!
Check out these short (12-16 minute) workouts that will burn off those extra holiday calories!
Mindfulness & Gratitude
Want to feel more alive and enthusiastic? Hoping to ditch anger and resentment to enter the new year emotionally lighter? Check out this awesome step by step guide to a quick mindfulness exercise that’ll help you achieve these goals!
Self-Reflection is Good for the Soul
https://positivepsychologyprogram.com/introspection-self-reflection/
Self reflection is essential for personal growth!
Check out these articles for some ideas of some questions to journal about!
Bacon-Wrapped Squash Bites
https://www.chowhound.com/recipes/bacon-wrapped-squash-bites-27760
Craving something sweet and savory that’s still healthy? Don’t know what to bring to your next holiday potluck? Then give these bacon wrapped squash squares a try!
Balance Exercises to Get You Winter Sports Ready
http://dailyburn.com/life/fitness/balance-exercises-winter-sports-skiing/
Ski season is upon us! Good core strength is key to balance and stability. And of course leg muscles and glutes to keep you on your feet. Get your body in shape to hit the slopes with this exercise routine!
7 Scientifically Proven Benefits of Gratitude
https://www-psychologytoday-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/what-mentally-strong-people-dont-do/201504/7-scientifically-proven-benefits-gratitude?amp&usqp=mq331AQHCAFYAYABAQ%3D%3D&_js_v=0.1&fbclid=IwAR2C_YMisVrYjUS5XU5KJokosnOPRRmlv9t7uOZArw2ZRfAiD50ip-eg-EQ#aoh=15439046608359&_ct=1543904682378&referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&_tf=From%20%251%24s&share=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.psychologytoday.com%2Fus%2Fblog%2Fwhat-mentally-strong-people-dont-do%2F201504%2F7-scientifically-proven-benefits-gratitude
Gratitude is the single most important thing you can do for your mental and physical health! An attitude of gratitude will improve the quality (and the sometimes even the quantity) of your life! Start focusing on appreciation and gratitude today!
What’s Really in a Jar of Nutella
https://truththeory.com/2017/01/20/new-image-reveals-really-goes-jar-nutella/
Sadly many delicious “health foods” are terrible for you! Check out what’s in Nutella!
45 Simple Self-Care Practices for a Healthy Mind, Body, and Soul
The holidays tend to throw off our typical rhythms. Spend some time today taking care of yourself to start the week off right!
