Is your life in balance? Healthy habits to try in 2016

StatePoint – Is your life in balance? The new year is a great time to take stock of your routine and make improvements where necessary.

Here are thoughtful habits to consider incorporating into your day in the coming year.

                •             If you’re a morning person, get out of bed 30 minutes earlier than normal to wake up with your favorite coffee or tea and think about what you need to accomplish for the day.

                •             More of a night owl? Spend at least 30 minutes before going to sleep to unplug from technology and relax.                                    

                •             Schedule time for exercise.Planning workouts ahead of time will make you more likely to stick to them.

                •             Handwritten notes and to-do lists will reinforce your memory of the tasks you need to conquer. They also give you the option to look at what you need to do for the day and prioritize the list.

                •             Documenting your day not only keeps you organized, but also provides you with an opportunity to look back and reflect on your life’s accomplishments, memories and milestones from the year.

                •             Maintaining a healthy, balanced diet will help you feel great, and can increase your focus, energy levels and productivity.

                •             Plan you meals ahead and before going shopping by marking them in a calendar. This will give you more time during the week to cook and prepare meals, without having to make frequent trips to the store or feel tempted to grab take-out.

                •             Cooking your own fresh meals can help keep your bank account balanced, and is often much healthier than food from a restaurant.