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Apparently, the January blues are real and actually classed as a medical condition. The most depressing day is purported to be the 20th January, so best you prepare yourself.<\/p>\n

At Goodbody Wellness we try and help our customers restore their mental and physical balance. We thought we\u2019d share our favourite simple hacks that will help you \u2018Reset\u2019 for 2020 and put a spring in your step. Try one, try them all.<\/p>\n

Goodbody Wellness \u2013 \u2018Reset\u2019 for 2020<\/strong><\/p>\n

Tip One<\/strong><\/p>\n

Take on more water<\/p>\n

There are no hard and fast rules, but 8 glasses a day is about right. If you feel thirsty drink more and if you\u2019re hungry too. Take a bottle out with you. Look out for signs where you can refill for free. We love\u00a0www.refill.org.uk<\/a>. Remember to drink more when it\u2019s hot.<\/p>\n

Tip Two<\/strong><\/p>\n

Exercise together<\/p>\n

It\u2019s been proven that we\u2019re more likely to stick to the programme if we don\u2019t do it alone. Find a friend and plan sessions together, join Parkrun for free where you can get out in the fresh air once a week and meet a whole community of walkers and runners or try the NHS \u2018couch to 5k\u2019 app and choose your running partner \u2013 we particularly like Sarah Millican.<\/p>\n

Tip Three<\/strong><\/p>\n

Relax and Rest<\/p>\n

We know that sleep can be an issue so we prefer to focus on the winding down and giving yourself permission to stop. Once you\u2019ve learned how to relax you\u2019ll be surprised how easily sleep comes. Finish any jobs and turn off devices. Have a hot bath or a shower. Don\u2019t think about needing to sleep but just about rest. Read a book, let your mind wander or meditate. Try having a regular routine for bedtimes and getting up.<\/p>\n

Tip Four<\/strong><\/p>\n

Stretch Every Day<\/p>\n

We all associate stretching with the boring but necessary bit that needs to be done before you start a gym session or go for a run. However it turns out that if we all put a few minutes in every day we\u2019d be loosening up muscles, feeling less stiff and generally able to do a bit more. You\u2019ll find a 5 minute wake up workout\u00a0www.nhs.uk<\/a>\u00a0or we love the 10 minute stretch every day on\u00a0www.menshealth.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Tip Five<\/strong><\/p>\n

Go Outside<\/p>\n

We all spend too much time inside, faces turned to our screens. It\u2019s been scientifically proven that once you venture outside you\u2019ll start to feel the benefits. You\u2019ll also meet other people and that\u2019s good for us too! It helps with our thinking and creativity, is an instant stress buster and can help with anxiety or just working through a problem. Get out and explore your surroundings, find your nearest green space and see what happens.<\/p>\n

Tip Six<\/strong><\/p>\n

Rethink your diet and how you eat<\/p>\n

We all know that it\u2019s important to eat \u20185 a day\u2019 and mean to do better but sometimes life just gets in the way. Try and carve out some time in the week where you plan what you\u2019re going to eat, do some food prep for lunches to take to work or when you\u2019re on the go. Make the freezer your friend and re-gift any unopened packets of sweet treats left over from Christmas.<\/p>\n

Tip Seven<\/strong><\/p>\n

Spend time with friends and family<\/p>\n

It\u2019s been shown that spending time with those closest to you is not only good for your mental health, it will also make growing older more enjoyable and can give you the support to achieve personal goals too. If you\u2019re struggling with feeling lonely, take the brave step of dropping a note in to a neighbour inviting them for coffee or join a local community group.<\/p>\n

Tip Eight<\/strong><\/p>\n

Take up a new hobby<\/p>\n

This is a great opportunity to discover a new interest, make new friends and expand your horizons. Whatever the budget you\u2019ll find something locally to take your fancy whether it\u2019s rock climbing, local history, Thai cookery, renting an allotment or channelling your inner \u2018Strictly\u2019.<\/p>\n

Good luck fighting off the January blues (of course feel free to use these in any other month too).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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