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Take Small Steps to Better Health
Special to The Truth
Staying healthy doesn’t
have to mean overhauling your lifestyle. Sometimes small
changes can have big impacts. Take it from celebrity fitness
trainer, Latreal “La” Mitchell, “Everyone can reach their
health and fitness goals. It’s all about setting attainable
goals and staying motivated to see results.”
To look, feel and live
better, Mitchell is offering tips for small lifestyle
changes you can make that can inspire you to make more in
the future:
Get Moving
If exercise is not a part
of your life now, don’t worry. “In a short time, you can be
doing quality exercises,” says Mitchell. “The key is to
start small.”
Try short sets of
push-ups, planks, squats, and lunges and work your way up.
Ten minutes can make a real difference. Remember, little
things like taking the stairs instead of the elevator will
keep you feeling great all day.
Just be sure to make
exercise non-negotiable. Life is busy and it’s easy to find
any number of reasons to skip a workout. Make yourself a
fitness schedule and stick to it -- and then don’t let
anyone or anything stop you from staying on track.
Eat Right
The small goal of adding
more fiber to your diet can lead you to better nutrition
choices. Aim to get 25 to 38 grams of fiber every day. In
addition to upping your fruit and vegetable intake and
swapping out processed white bread and pasta for the whole
wheat variety, fiber supplements can help you meet your
fiber goals. But choose wisely, as some options have
additional benefits beyond supporting digestive health.
For example, Meta offers
products made with psyllium fiber which has multihealth
benefits. Try adding Metamucil powder to a morning smoothie.
Also try new MetaBiotic probiotic supplement.
For many people, snacking
can be a downfall, especially during a busy workday. Try
substituting your usual temptations with healthier options.
For example, almonds and light popcorn are a good substitute
for chips, and are more satisfying. If you have a sweet
tooth, ditch the afternoon pastry that’s high in calories
but won’t actually help you feel full. Instead, look for a
delicious, easy-to-pack snack like a Meta Health Bar that
helps satisfy hunger as a healthful snack.
Lastly, stay hydrated.
Skip sugary sodas and sports drinks and opt for water
throughout the day. If you need a boost of flavor, add a
lemon wedge, cucumber slice or some fresh herbs. Water helps
you feel full and process fiber, while helping to keep you
hydrated.
More tips can be found at
www.metawellness.com.
Bad habits are hard to
break. But by making small changes one at a time, you can
overcome your hurdles for a healthier lifestyle.
Courtesy StatePoint
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