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Sadie’s Advice on Transitioning into Summer
This morning in class, my clients and I were talking about our mixed emotions when it comes to welcoming summer. One woman sheepishly admitted that she counts down the days until her kids are BACK in school! I think many of us can relate to this. When the kids are out of school, those precious moments of “me” time are often much harder to find.
The transition into June can be disruptive to any healthy habits we’ve formed over the school year. Many of us tend to be more social, we travel more, and our schedules become more dynamic and less predictable. Getting a regular workout in can be challenging. Our diets change, and so does our digestion.
Here are a few tips I’ve gathered along the way to make sure I’m taking care of myself all summer long. I would love for you to add to this list in the comment section below. Let’s band together and make this the healthiest summer yet!
#1: Select a specific time to work out each day and stick to it—even if it’s just 10 minutes. I like to work out first thing in the morning, before it’s too hot and my crazy schedule of travel, carting kids around to summer camps, long meetings, errands, and spontaneous BBQs fills my days.
#2: Days are longer, but that doesn’t mean you need to sleep less. Find a routine to unwind from your busy days in the sun. Take solace in a cool, dark room that supports a healthy sleep.
#3: Find activities that balance your energy levels. If you’re on the go and extraverted all day, find a quiet moment to meditate in silence and ground yourself. Conversely, if you’re prone to being slow and lethargic during the hot summer days, find a way to jumpstart your energy—maybe a refreshing swim or even a cold shower.
#4: Summer travel can disrupt your digestion because you’re eating on a different schedule and prone to dehydration and constipation. To combat this, I take advantage of seasonal produce packed with water and fiber to stay hydrated and regular all summer long. My insulated lunch bag is filled with blackberries, raspberries, strawberries, oranges, papaya, and cucumbers for easy snacks on the go.
#5: Support your local farmers. I took an informal poll on my Facebook page asking if you’re MORE or LESS healthy during the summer months. Most of you replied that you’re more healthy, and you attribute it to the abundant fresh fruits and veggies available at local farmers markets. Bravo!
This morning in class, my clients and I were talking about our mixed emotions when it comes to welcoming summer. One woman sheepishly admitted that she counts down the days until her kids are BACK in school! I think many of us can relate to this. When the kids are out of school, those precious moments of “me” time are often much harder to find.
The transition into June can be disruptive to any healthy habits we’ve formed over the school year. Many of us tend to be more social, we travel more, and our schedules become more dynamic and less predictable. Getting a regular workout in can be challenging. Our diets change, and so does our digestion.
Here are a few tips I’ve gathered along the way to make sure I’m taking care of myself all summer long. I would love for you to add to this list in the comment section below. Let’s band together and make this the healthiest summer yet!
#1: Select a specific time to work out each day and stick to it—even if it’s just 10 minutes. I like to work out first thing in the morning, before it’s too hot and my crazy schedule of travel, carting kids around to summer camps, long meetings, errands, and spontaneous BBQs fills my days.
#2: Days are longer, but that doesn’t mean you need to sleep less. Find a routine to unwind from your busy days in the sun. Take solace in a cool, dark room that supports a healthy sleep.
#3: Find activities that balance your energy levels. If you’re on the go and extraverted all day, find a quiet moment to meditate in silence and ground yourself. Conversely, if you’re prone to being slow and lethargic during the hot summer days, find a way to jumpstart your energy—maybe a refreshing swim or even a cold shower.
#4: Summer travel can disrupt your digestion because you’re eating on a different schedule and prone to dehydration and constipation. To combat this, I take advantage of seasonal produce packed with water and fiber to stay hydrated and regular all summer long. My insulated lunch bag is filled with blackberries, raspberries, strawberries, oranges, papaya, and cucumbers for easy snacks on the go.
#5: Support your local farmers. I took an informal poll on my Facebook page asking if you’re MORE or LESS healthy during the summer months. Most of you replied that you’re more healthy, and you attribute it to the abundant fresh fruits and veggies available at local farmers markets. Bravo!
