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SMALL STEPS TO HEALTH
Health is a journey, not a destination; it’s important to enjoy the ride! As you begin to explore your health, I want to encourage you to focus on taking small steps forward, rather than making radical changes. Small steps are attainable and allow you to easily identify the things that are working for you and the things that aren’t. Over time, small steps add up and lead to lasting change.
MOVEMENT
Stand up every 30–60 minutes. Get the blood flowing on a regular basis. Set a timer if it helps.
Aim to walk at least 30 minutes a day. Keep the goal easy in order to achieve it, then increase it when you’re ready.
SELF CARE
Prioritize sleep. Rather than fitting sleep in when you can, set a sleep goal (e.g., 7 hours) and try to stick to it.
MINDSET
Take a beat. When you feel stressed or overwhelmed, force yourself to stop and take a few deep breaths and drink some water.
EATING HABITS
Start with vegetables. When building meals, put vegetables on your plate first. Aim to do this for two meals a day to increase your vegetable intake.
Sit down for meals. Take time to slow down when you eat to support digestion and mindfulness.
Carry a water bottle. If you have water on hand, you’re more likely to drink it. 3
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