{"id":2929,"date":"2017-12-30T22:45:36","date_gmt":"2017-12-31T03:45:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/corelifemd.com\/?p=2929"},"modified":"2017-12-30T22:45:36","modified_gmt":"2017-12-31T03:45:36","slug":"new-year-new-resolutions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/corelifemd.com\/dev\/new-year-new-resolutions\/","title":{"rendered":"New Year, New Resolutions"},"content":{"rendered":"

Weight loss seems to always top the lists of people\u2019s New Year\u2019s Resolutions. This year, however, I want to encourage you to think beyond just the number on a scale. Yes, your weight can impact your health, but fixating on just<\/em> that is unlikely to truly serve you, or your health. Instead, here are 5 ideas for resolutions that can really impact your health, and might even have benefits for your waistline.<\/p>\n

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  1. Get More Sleep \u2013 Around 30% of adults in the U.S. don\u2019t get enough sleep each night (minimum of 7 hours!). Crappy sleep = elevated cortisol levels = poor insulin and blood glucose control = increased weight and stress. Sleep is your body\u2019s time to recover, heal, reset. When we cut that time short, we do our entire health a disservice.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    1. Nurture Friendships \u2013 So much of our time is spent fixating on work, kids, the house\u2026the list goes on and on. I\u2019m sure you\u2019ve heard the phrase \u201cit takes a village\u201d. Here\u2019s the thing, that applies regardless of the stage in life. We all need support; you have to make sure you invest in those friendships so that when you need someone to call on when you\u2019re in need of a bit of support, you\u2019ve got them! Our emotional well-being is a huge part of our overall health. Nurturing your body and not your soul (for lack of a better word) is an essential part of your true wellness.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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      1. Breathe \u2013 Seriously. I know, it sounds so woo-woo. But here\u2019s the thing. Most of us don\u2019t breathe properly in the first place (think belly breathing, not chest breathing). And so many of us actually hold our breath multiple times throughout the day. Breathing well and breathing properly promotes proper posture, sends signals to the brain that things are a-ok, improves oxygen flow throughout the body, and can help lower cortisol levels and relieve stress. Try inhaling for 4 counts, letting your entire lower abdomen expand, hold it for 4, then exhale drawing your belly button back toward the spine for 4-6 counts. Repeat for 5 breaths.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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        1. Move More, Sit Less \u2013 Yes, exercise is important, but so is just simply sitting less. Sitting negatively impacts posture and breathing. It tightens the muscles and tendons in the front of the legs, pulling the back out of balance and often causing back pain. It also stifles blood flow. And, obviously, burns fewer calories! Aim to get up, stretch, move around, at least every 1-2 hours throughout the day.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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          1. Get Outside \u2013 I know, it\u2019s not exactly picnic weather much of the winter in Maryland, but find a way to get out there anyway. It\u2019s so important to breathe in fresh air, experience nature, and be exposed to sunlight regularly and, hopefully, daily. Sun exposure is key to proper circadian rhythms and good sleep, as well as helping maintain vitamin D levels. And, fresh air tends to automatically encourage you to BREATHE! Go for a walk at lunch. Shovel a neighbor\u2019s driveway to get out a bit more. If it\u2019s nice weather, park far away and walk to wherever you need to go. Getting some fresh air doesn\u2019t have to be a stressful event.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            And remember, it\u2019s great to make resolutions at the New Year, but you can start making changes any day of the year. Each day is an opportunity to make choices that support your health and happiness.<\/p>\n

            Aubrey Phelps MS RDN LDN<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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