Where to start on your wellness journey? Start with these three things first.

There is SO much advice on how to be “healthy”, where do you even begin?

I want to to mention first off that what I am about to say has been said many times and is nothing revolutionary or new, but is often overlooked so much when it comes to working on our wellness journey.

We are always seeking for the next tool,drink,plan etc that will help us improve our lives. Even wellness professionals tend to skip these basic tips when providing resources and information.

You will most likely have heard of these and even practice in your everyday lives. But let’s highlight the three things that can help build your foundation of health and wellness before starting any new wellness habits.

Sleep: I have been working on my sleep lately, and yes, easier said than done. Life happens and sometimes we can’t just get to bed on time. We want this to be a long term habit, not something that we expect to be a quick fix and improve overnight. Strive for at least 7-8 hrs per night. I notice when I DO get enough sleep, I am able do other tasks and wellness habits at ease and be more efficient.

Movement: Just like sleep, we want this to be a long-term practice, not something we are trying to use to punish ourselves and expect an overnight fix. Our bodies however, are meant to move, and it doesn’t have to necessarily have to be hours in the gym every day, but instead moving your body in a way that feels joyful and good to YOU. I have a movement menu template that you can download if you want to make a list of your favorite ways to move and on any given day, choose which type of movement you want to do.

Hydration: Don’t forget to hydrate! And if water seems boring to you, add some fruit to it or even tea can work. This is a health habit that I know many of us forget to do and don’t realize can have an impact on our health.

If you are trying to get back on the saddle with your wellness journey or wanting to get started, these three tips are a great way to do so. I would like to add a fourth tip briefly which is to incorporate foods that make you feel good, nourishing AND satisfying without dieting or pursuing weight loss. If you are on your way to pursuing health and wellness without diet culture, I invite you to download my free guide on how to start your food freedom journey. It has quick, easy, tips to get started.

You can download your free guide using this link: How to Kickstart your Food Freedom Journey.