Happy & Healthy In 2021
Through all of the chaos that still insues sometimes, it’s important to remember that you’re in control of your own health and that you need to do all that you can to stay well, physically and especially mentally!
The vaccines are here and being distributed throughout the states, which gives us some great comfort, but the more you can do for yourself, the better. Many of us feel selfish, putting ourselves first, but it’s just like commonly-known rule about putting your oxygen mask on before helping someone else.. You can’t continue to give to others if you have nothing left to give. Take account of how you feel daily (journaling is a great way to do this), and work at bettering your health these next few months!
Check out these delicious recipes, workout tips, and more!
— Painting For Stress-Relief —
Creating art helps decrease stress and enables you to adjust better to stressors in your life. Art provides a positive way to process stress and manage both current and past emotions associated with stressful events.
Adults often don’t create art because they’ve convinced themselves they are not good artists. They may feel art is best left to professionals or people with great talent, and miss the benefits creating art provides. However, studies show that it’s the act of creating art, not the end product, that provides stress relief. The benefits aren’t tied to how professional a project looks.
— Easy, Healthy Recipes To Try —
How to get through the week with healthy but satisfying meals that will make you feel good as well as virtuous? Check out these healthy, fast recipes that will leave you satisfied and feeling good about your nutrition
*Lemon Chicken
A luscious, tangy stir-fry that makes two generous portions for very few calories.
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*Linguine with avocado, tomato & lime
Use guacamole ingredients to make this low-calorie vegan linguine which can also be served cold as a pasta salad. It delivers on flavour and it's healthy.
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*Salmon and Herbed Bean Salad
Bored with tuna salad? Try canned salmon mixed with creamy cannellini beans, veggies, and fresh herbs for a super easy meal that’s as delicious on its own as it is in a pita or with whole-grain crackers.
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*Chicken Satay Salad
Marinate chicken breasts, then drizzle with a punchy peanut satay sauce for a no-fuss, midweek meal that's high in protein and big on flavour
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*Spicy Cilantro Shrimp with Honey-Lime Dipping Sauce
Because it cooks so quickly, shrimp is the perfect protein for busy evenings. Season it with paprika, cumin, cayenne, and cinnamon (yes, cinnamon — it adds warmth) for maximum flavor, and sauté it in butter for just minutes.
Toss with fresh lime juice and a homemade honey-lime dipping sauce that tempers the heat of the shrimp.
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*Pineapple Fried Rice
Add chunks of fresh pineapple to fried rice to transform it into something special. Serve on its own for a family dinner, or as part of a Chinese banquet
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*Open-Faced Sandwiches with Ricotta, Arugula, and Fried Egg
A breakfast sandwich can be so much more than a smashed bacon, egg, and cheese eaten behind the wheel. Yes, this one calls for a fork and knife, but it’s worth it.
Toasted bread is topped with spicy arugula, a good source of vitamin K, which helps your blood clot. Then add an egg, salty ricotta — it has more protein than cottage cheese — Parmesan, and thyme. It’s a sandwich like no other.
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— Workouts At Home —
VIDEO WORKOUTS AT HOME
Here at Everyone Active, we boast a huge library of video workouts and training plans for you to try at home. From intense cardio workouts to more relaxed sessions, there’s something for everyone. There are hundreds of workouts to choose from, as well as advice about nutrition and following a holistic healthy lifestyle.
YOGA
Yoga is one of the best workouts you can add to your home exercise regime. All you need is a mat and some comfy clothes and you’re ready to go. By practicing Yoga at home you can build strength and stability throughout your entire body, as well as building on your flexibility and range of movement.
GIVE DANCING A GO!
We all like to throw the occasional shape, so why not do so in the noble pursuit of getting fitter and healthier? Dancing is a fantastic home workout as it can incorporate intense cardio exercise, as well as being great fun. Plus, as you’re in the privacy of your own home, you quite literally can dance like no-one is watching! Whatever music you like, whatever form of dancing you prefer, throw yourself around the living room and have fun.
PILATES
Similarly with Yoga, Pilates doesn’t require much equipment and is easy to incorporate into your home workout regime. Pilates is great for improving your core strength, and is a fantastic whole-body workout too. Furthermore, it also helps improve flexibility, joint strength and range of movement, too. Also, although it’s not an intense cardio workout, Pilates can help boost stamina, while it’s also proven to have a positive effect on your mental health too.
*If the idea of an at-home workout makes you yawn, think again!
When executed correctly, using just your body weight can give you a run for your money.
So, whether the gym isn’t your thing or you’re short on time, clear out a space in the living room and prepare to sweat.
— Staying Mental Healthly —
Maintain Social Connections
Even when you can’t physically be around people, you can still remain connected to friends, family, and community.
*Use social media to chat with relatives and friends
*Post supportive comments, pictures, and content on your social sites
*Schedule regular video chats with friends, family members, and co-workers
*Send mail to your loved ones. A card, handwritten letter, or small note can do a lot to lift other people’s spirits
*Join online forums and groups that allow you to speak to people in your community
*Attend online church or spiritual meetings if it's aligned with your belief system.
*Be supportive of others who may need social connection
((You may find solace in connecting with your loved ones or even strangers during this time. And there are many ways to reach out and get connected.))
--- Be Selective About Your Media Consumption ---
While it’s important to stay informed, consuming constant content about the coronavirus can keep you in a heightened state of distress. The media continuously reports on new cases of the virus and talks about death tolls which can greatly affect your psychological well-being.
Be mindful of your social media time. Scrolling through social media mindlessly throughout the day can drain you of mental strength as well. So pay attention to the time you’re putting into it as it can greatly affect your mental health.
Follow people who inspire you on social media. If you follow people who are making catastrophic predictions and complaining about their situations, you will likely become distressed. Make sure you follow people who are more invested in helping, inspiring, and staying positive.
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