The countdown to spring is officially ON. Only one week from today and we will be basking in the warm spring sunshine while relishing the bright blossoms and luscious greens that will line the charming streets of Philly… supposedly. Well even if “spring” as we know it takes a little bit longer to arrive this year, remember, summer bodies are built in the winter! So, the longer the winter, the better the bod. Or at least that’s what I’m telling myself.
So in honor of the 7 official days of winter remaining, here is our 7 for 7 challenge: Stick to these 7 tips for the next 7 days and finish this winter season with a bang.
1. Hydrate. Up your water intake and enjoy all kinds of benefits including but not limited to; better workouts, more energy, better digestion, and better skin. My latest thing is after brushing my teeth in the morning, I try to drink 10 big sips of water (or a full glass). It wakes your body up and lets your system know it’s time to get going.
2. Sleep. At least 7 hours every night this week (including the weekend).
3. Go natural. Focus on eating whole foods – fruits, veggies, lean meat and fish. Avoid anything processed (hint: if it comes packaged in a bag or box beware).
4. Winter Whites. Cut out the “comfort food” / white carbs that can become a go-to in the cold winter months. Try to stick to foods with more color and more nutrients to keep energy levels up and extra pounds down.
5. Try something new. As you prepare to switch it up for spring, try to expand your horizons outside of the normal routine. If you’ve been stuck in a gym to avoid the frigid temps, try something outside. If you’ve been on a cardio kick, try adding in some yoga or a lower-impact option to give your joints a break from the stress of running.
6. Stretch it out. Getting to a yoga class once a week is great, but research has shown that the benefit of a little bit of stretching every day is actually greater than one hour long yoga session every 5 days. 10 minutes of stretching/yoga every morning is a great way to start your day, and within a week you will see improvement in your flexibility.
7. Crunch time. Up the ante on your summer six-pack by tacking on 10 minutes of ab work before bed every night.
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