HEALTHY LIVING TIPS FOR SPENDING MORE TIME AT HOME THIS WINTER


Why live healthily, you may ask? The truth is, there isn’t really a reason for anyone to choose healthy. You just do, anything else is unhealthy living. Moreover, going healthy only needs a few tweaks from your regular routine. Going out every now and then to take a walk, soaking your worries away in an outdoor swim spa, and a whole host of other activities can help you keep your mind sharp, your body strong, and your attitude far more peppy and energized!

In this article, our experts at WCI Pools & Spas take a closer look at how to live the healthiest lifestyle possible, especially when spending more time at home this winter season.

Get Plenty of Sleep (As Well as Recreational Time!)

While these times are undeniably stressful, you really don’t want lack of sleep to add to your burdens. For most people who are working from home this year, time management has gone completely awry. You may find yourself staying up later and later, scrambling to finish work. To avoid this, always try to follow a schedule while working and don’t ignore the golden “8 hours of sleep every day” rule while you plan your day.

Also, don’t dedicate your entire schedule to work. You’ll soon get burned out and find yourself struggling to get out of a funk. Take your weekends off to do things that you enjoy doing. It could be relaxing around the house all day or getting productive with your favorite hobby — it doesn’t really matter, as long as it makes you happy.

Hop onto the Fitness Train This Lockdown Season

Make it a point to change any unhealthy lifestyle habits. If you’re an avid gym-goer, don’t stop! Get active while doing home workouts. If the lockdown has left you with plenty of time at hand, use it by preparing healthy meals for yourself. Whether or not you’re a fitness freak or a foodie guru, these good lifestyle changes will soon become a habit for you.

Spend Some Quality Time with Your Loved Ones

Don’t forget to stay in touch with your friends! You don’t want to let social distancing make you anti-social. Spend time with your friends and family; it will improve your mood and distract you from all the negativity going on. Don’t forget to keep in touch with your co-workers and colleagues either. Letting your social life fall victim to these circumstances will only lead to unhappy outcomes. Don’t hesitate to drop them a text or give them a call occasionally, they will definitely appreciate it.

Have Some Healthy Fun in the Backyard!

Sure you can’t go outside, but there isn’t anything stopping you from enjoying your surroundings from within the comfort of your home. If you feel stuck or in need of an outlet, the fresh breeze in your backyard would be enough to calm your nerves.

You should also use this time to pamper yourself. A soak in your outdoor hot tub paired with hot tub safe essential oils and salts would be even better. If that doesn’t sound like something you’d enjoy, trying a calm retreat at your outdoor gazebo, without having to step out, will sure help you relieve your building irritation. Or from the means of your home, spending time in a sauna can help to improve your health, too!

Relax and Live a Healthy Lifestyle

The key to a healthier lifestyle lies in how often you follow these tips. If you can do them regularly, then you will be able to live well even during lockdown. WCI Pools and Spas can help you get some quality time with the people you love by installing swimming poolsJacuzzi® Hot TubsHydropool and Jacuzzi® Swim Spassaunas, and more!

All it takes is just a swift phone call or a quick visit to one of our showrooms. If you have questions or need assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team of friendly experts here at WCI Pools and Spas in Ames and Urbandale today.

Looking to keep your hot tub costs low this winter? Read this article for help getting started!