Sunday, May 24, 2020
Guest Post :: 5 Best Ways To Improve Your Health During Quarantine
With the current living circumstances we are living under it is so easy to get off track. Even though a few businesses have started to open in some places, things feel a bit off… It is strange how fast things can change… I think it’s safe to say most people went from a pretty busy routine to a slower pace in just a mater of days. Coming off of your normal everyday routine definitely had its pros and cons. One con for me personally is that I stopped making healthier choices; i.e. having a regular bedtime, eating habits, and workout routine. Today Peter Minkoff is sharing his top five ways to improve your health during quarantine.
We’re living in a very challenging world these days, when millions of people all across the globe are either in quarantine or in self-isolation. This happens because of the new virus that has spread literally everywhere within a couple of months. So, if you want to learn how to stay sane and healthy during quarantine, we’re here to help you out. Here are five great ways to improve your health during these difficult times, so check them out and get down to it right away!
Make Sure To Eat As Healthy As Possible
You’ve probably already heard it a million times, but let us say it once again – your eating habits matter more than you could ever imagine. This is particularly true nowadays, when people are closed in their homes due to the Coronavirus pandemic, which is why you should step up your diet and stick to healthy food choices. Yes, we know that chocolate chip cookies and delicious pasta carbonara are much more tempting than broccoli puree and grilled chicken breasts, but you know what? The latter option is way healthier and much more nutritious, so try to pick such meals as often as possible and you’ll do the right thing!
Don’t Forget To Work Out
A well-balanced diet always goes hand in hand with physical activity, and it should be the case during quarantine, too. So, if you want to stay fit and improve your overall health during the lockdown, just come up with a workout routine according to your current needs and abilities. There are many amazing YouTube workout videos you can go for, from cardio workouts to strength training, and we’re sure that you’ll love them all. However, if these aren’t your cup of tea, you can go for yoga or meditation instead and stretch your muscles while unwinding at the same time. It doesn’t really matter what kind of workout you’ll pick as long as you’re staying active!
Opt For Healthy Supplements
Apart from healthy eating habits and establishing a workout routine, supplementation is another crucial factor that plays a huge role in everyone’s health these days. As this new virus is spreading all across the world, a lot of doctors and other medical professionals keep saying that a strong immune system is essential for staying healthy and not getting sick. Well, that’s exactly why you should incorporate different supplements into your day-to-day routine. For example, vitamins C and D3 are a great choice, as well as magnesium, zinc, and selenium. On the other hand, ladies who need them can opt for quality menopause supplements that can relieve their menopause symptoms during these tough times. These can balance out hormone levels and boost their mood while reducing inflammation at the same time. You surely won’t make a mistake if you give them a try!
Stick To Your Regular Bedtime Routine
Even though quarantine is the perfect time to do everything you didn’t have time for earlier, you must remember that sticking to your regular bedtime routine is beyond important. Binge-watching your favorite TV shows late into the night can be very tempting; however, do your best to resist that urge and get enough sleep every night. Disturbing your sleeping pattern can result in sleep deprivation, bad mood, and even weight gain, so don’t do it and you’ll see what we were talking about. Aside from allowing your body to rest, a good night’s sleep can also help relax your mind and body. These are the benefits that mustn’t be overlooked, right?
Avoid information overload
Last but certainly not least, taking care of your mental health during quarantine should be as important as taking care of your physical health. And what does that mean? Well, it means that you should be very careful about what you watch and read in the first place. In case you weren’t aware of it, reading and watching too much negative news can increase your anxiety and raise your stress levels. That’s right, so make sure to limit your screen time and use the extra time to read your favorite book, watch a movie, take a relaxing bath, or do something fun with your family. This is vital for a healthy mind, so remember that and you’ll do a fantastic job!
As you can see, improving your health during quarantine doesn’t have to be as tricky and challenging as you probably thought. All you have to do is to stick to our five useful tips and you won’t fail to make it happen. Just follow our guidelines and you’ll be more than fine, that’s a promise!
Thursday, May 21, 2020
Memorial Day Inspiration
In my family we usually don’t do too much for Memorial Day if anything, just because we all usually do our own thing and we usually have a lot going on during the summer and it is usually a holiday that we don’t do too much for. However, this year with all the limitations and everything that has been going on we decided to do a little something for this year.
I’m sure other people have found themselves in a similar situation this year and thought it would be fun to share a little Memorial Day inspiration. After all, who can resist a holiday when red, white, and blue is involved?!
Tuesday, May 19, 2020
Links I'm Loving
The past few weeks have obviously been pretty uneventful for the most part, and I will say at first that it drove me up the wall and back down again, but after I’ve adjusted to a different pace I have come to enjoy some aspects of it. Last year, at times, it could just be unbelievable crazy and stressful and I just felt like a was spread so thin, I will say there are some pluses to being forced to slow down your life {I am ready to return to the old normal though…} you have a bit more time to spend with friends and family, on yourself, and on things you enjoy doing that would normally be placed on the back burner. I like to think you can find a bright spot in any situation and thankfully there are a few in this one.
Does anyone else out there still consider grilled cheese sandwiches to be the ultimate form of comfort food? I’m kind of obsessed with watching cooking shows on YouTube, there’s just something relaxing about it…
I’m convinced that I would have totally crushed in the 50’s/60’s… I wear dresses all the time, can knock out a flower arrangement like a pro, and love to host a gathering. These Herend look-alike chargers would be such a fun addition to a dinner party and would really elevate a white dinner plate
For the most part I automatically love pretty much anything that is blue and white, and One King’s Lane is like the promised land of blue and white home décor. Right now you can save up to 80%, plus another 20% off with code OKL20MORE
I love Jennifer Garner’s Instagram. She just makes you feel like you’re best friends who haven’t met yet. Here latest Instagram video is just too cute and too funny
In my honest opinion, you can never have too many T-strap sandals, and Tory Burch’s are my favorite. PSA: if you have a narrow foot, these sandals are for you. I already have these in ambra and definitely plan on getting this gold pair as well.
Sunday, May 17, 2020
Friday, May 15, 2020
How To Unwind Before Bed
With everything that’s been going on and just the current reality of things it makes it a little bit of a challenge to settle into a routine, especially at night. For me personally where I am not doing as much during the day in terms of going here and going there it really creates a feeling of just being restless at night and a flurry of completely random thoughts floating around at night, that can, at times, definitely create a feeling of anxiety and having way too much active thinking going on to be able to fall asleep at a reasonable time.
As probably everyone does in the age of technology I have googled a few things and searched for a few tips via hashtags, some of which have actually helped a bit. I’m sure I am not alone in having a difficult time falling asleep at night, so… here are a few tips that I have personally found to be useful!
1. Deep Breathing// It’s recommended to do deep breathing exercises for 10 minutes; I personally find that to be a bit too long and cut it in half. I have to say a little deep breathing before a shower really does help!
2. Take a Hot Shower// Sometimes I feel like a nice, long hot shower really does rinse the stress of the day off and help you to relax. Sometimes at night when I wake up and can’t go back to sleep I hop in the shower for 5 minutes and it does the trick
3. Netflix// I know it is usually a faux pas to watch TV or check your phone an hour before bed, but I have found that I can tune out by watching a 30 minute show right now a lot better than I can by reading a book {which I normally love to do}
4. Exercise// Obviously don’t do this one right before bed, but at some point during the day.
5. Positive// Mentally make a list of all the positive things that happened throughout the day and the accomplishments you have made over the course of the month/year thus far. With everything on the new lately it’s hard to not get dragged down by all the negative news reporting and the current situation, and I have found that focusing on a few positives makes all the difference
6. Write It Down// as cliché as it sounds, sometimes it really does help to write down what is bothering you
7. White Noise apps// If all else fails white noise apps are great to help you relax and drown out some of the thoughts you have running through your head
Tuesday, May 12, 2020
Mid-May Sale Roundup
Has anyone else been doing an unusual amount of online shopping lately? Because I, unfortunately, most definitely have… There have just been so many great sales going on lately and I give into the temptation. The only thing I have had buyer’s remorse over is swimsuit…I didn’t think about it at the time, but will pools even be open this year? And I feel like vacations are on hold for a little while…I guess I can always wear it next year… For now here is a list of all the sales going on right now! Shop smart and avoid buyer’s remorse!
Abercrombie// Up to 50% off sale and 25% off 2 or more items
Ann Taylor// Extra 50-70% off all sale styles
Anthropologie// Up to 30% off furniture and décor event
Banana Republic// 40% off everything
Brooks Brothers// 30% off casual pants, shorts, and more
Gap// 50% off shorts, tees, dresses, and more
J. Crew// Up to 60% off feel-good styles
J. Crew Factory// 40% - 70% off everything
Kate Spade// 30% off when you spend $150, 40% off when you spend $250, and 50% off when you spend $350 with code NEWYOU
Land’s End// 40% off with code FRIENDS
Loft// 40% off full-price styles
Macy’s// Extra 25% off with code REFRESH
Mark & Graham// up to 40% off bags & accessories
Pottery Barn// The Outdoor Event - up to 50% off
Old Navy// Up To 50% off everything
One Kings Lane// 20% off orders over $500 with code OXLXTRA20
Serena & Lily// 20% off with code ATHOME
Vineyard Vines// Up to 50% off sale
West Elm// Up to 40% off kitchen and dinning, up to 40% off frames, vases, mirrors, and more, and up to 60% off outdoor furniture and decor
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