“Fall Back” into Healthy Habits
Daylight saving time ends this year on November 7. We will set our clocks back an hour this Sunday, so enjoy the extra hour of sleep.
But don’t enjoy it too much! Daylight saving time, while not as rough on the body as springing forward, can still cause noticeable changes in your energy levels and sleep schedule.
This is a great time to check back in with some healthy habits to keep your energy high and your sleep consistent.
At YogaVibes, we are planning to reinforce 5 habits to ease the change into early nights and cooler weather.
Regular Sleep Schedule
Try your best to keep your sleep schedule consistent. If you can stick to your normal routine, your body will adjust much more quickly to the transition. Try to get a solid night’s sleep every night, but especially the nights leading up to, and following, the time change.
Hydration
This is a reminder that we all need. Drink your water! Then, drink some more. Staying hydrated helps fight the low energy or fatigue that comes along with dehydration. Tired of plain water? Try infused water or a tisane to shake things up.
Exercise
Choose a way to move your body that also nourishes your mind. If you choose an activity that you love, you’ll be more likely to do it consistently. Great options are going on walks, hiking, and of course, practicing yoga! We like to start our day off with our weekday 7:30 am EST practices. Try Slow Flow with Brittany every Monday-Thursday and Power Flow with Rachel on Fridays!
Sunlight
The days are shorter, but our bodies still need vitamin D. Purposefully schedule time each day to get natural sunlight. Studies recommend anywhere from 5-30 minutes daily, so choose what works best for your body and your schedule.
Listen to your Body
Most importantly, listen to your body’s quiet cues. If you’re exhausted every morning, ease up on yourself and rest. If you’re feeling particularly energetic, go for an extra walk or try a power flow class. Slow down your yoga practice on those days when your body needs to relax. Our favorites are our 6 pm EST practices. Try Slow Flow & Meditate on Tuesdays with Sara, Restore and Meditate on Thursdays with Rachel, or Deep Stretch and Meditate on Sundays with Anna.
What habits do you plan on reinforcing to keep yourself happy and healthy? Share in the comments below!