15 health hacks that take 15 seconds or less
You’ve heard the saying that it takes 21 days to develop a healthy habit, but this length of time can seem daunting when you’re committing to cooking from scratch or going on a daily run. Even the most time-crunched can get one small step closer to being healthier though – try these 15 health hacks that take only 15 seconds to implement in your daily routine.
- Set an alarm: use your phone to set a reminder to get up, walk, stretch or grab a glass of water at work.
- Take a multivitamin: it only takes a moment but it can provide the vitamins and minerals you may need to support your goal of overall good health.
- Get your heart pumping: take a 15-second break every day to see how many jumping jacks or squats you can do.
- Hydrate: water plays a huge role in flushing out toxins your body gathers throughout the day.
- Seek inspiration: turn to your favourite inspirational quotes for a daily dose of motivation.
- Track your food: take a few seconds after every meal to jot down what you ate — you may see patterns that can help you make more thoughtful dietary choices.
- Close your eyes: eyestrain is more common than you think. Take a moment to close your eyes and take a break from your computer.
- Build your strength: planking or doing sit-ups for just 15 seconds a day can help strengthen your core.
- Consider your posture: every time an email comes into your inbox, sit back and adjust your posture.
- Take a stand in meetings: more casual discussions can be done over a walk or standing at a tall table.
- Step up: take the stairs rather than the escalator or elevator.
- Breathe deeply: pause, breathe deeply and open windows for fresh air.
- Snack wisely: don’t open a package — wash a fruit.
- Add intensity: add a 15-second burst of activity, like a sprint or power squats to your usual workout routine.
- There’s an app for that: downloading a step-tracking app takes just a moment and will get you moving more often.
Print these tips or keep them handy on your smart phone as a reminder to make healthier choices throughout your day.
Courtesy of: www.newscanada.com
