Has your daily routine been disrupted by the COVID-19 crisis? If so, you’re not alone: A huge portion of the US is still reeling from the pandemic. Although social distancing and being cautious about where we go makes sense, it can be hard on us individually. The stress of the moment means we all must focus on taking care of ourselves and figuring out what, exactly, that means in this situation. Here are resources that can help you find a new normal and treat yourself well while you do so.
Staying Active
With your exercise routine out of whack, staying active will keep your mind and body in good shape:
- Increase Your Metabolism with a Mountain Air Health Altitude Tent. Dozens of research institutes and thousands of athletes have found that this tent’s technology naturally decreases users’ appetites and boosts their metabolism without the use of pills, stimulants, or surgery. It also offers other physiological benefits, including:
- Elevated hemoglobin and red blood cell count, which boosts your cardio capacity.
- A rise in leptin along with a decrease in ghrelin, which decreases your appetite and helps prevent overeating.
- An increase in metabolism, which burns calories and stimulates weight-loss.
- Exercise in the Time of Coronavirus: How to Work Out Safely in a Pandemic
- Cardio Exercises at Home: 19 Moves for Every Fitness Level
- 6 Full-Body Stretching Exercises
- A Smartwatch Can Connect You With Emergency Services in Case of Injury
Eating Right
Unsure how to stick with your nutritional goals while making minimal grocery trips? Here are a few articles that should help:
- 12 Healthy Shelf-Stable Items to Always Have in Your Pantry
- What Are the Best Meal Delivery Services Available Near Me?
- 20 Tips for Grocery Shopping Every Two Weeks
Mental Health
Many of us are experiencing unprecedented levels of stress right now. These tips will help you manage the fear and grief, and help you to cope:
- 7 Great Ways to Make Your Morning Routine Easier
- Here’s How to Manage Anxiety
- What You Need to Know About Coronavirus and Grief
- 8 Mental Health Resources for Coping With Coronavirus-Related Stress
- Turn to Mindfulness Meditation for Stress Relief
Staying Social
Being separated from your friends and family is difficult. Fortunately, there are ways to connect virtually. Here are some options for being together while we’re apart:
- Even With Social Distancing, People Are Finding Ways to Connect
- The 5 Best Apps for Video Calling
- 7 Board Games You Can Play Online With Friends While You’re Staying Inside
Self-care may not feel like a priority in this challenging time, but it’s worth your energy. If you treat your mind and body well, you’ll have a much easier time getting through this. Give yourself permission to do your best right now, and be gentle with yourself, no matter what your best looks like. We will get through this.
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~by Jennifer McGregor
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