August 23, 2024 – Walking, protein shakes and acting young
Each Friday, I’m sharing two nano health habits, a lesson and an inspirational quote, to ponder on your health journey.
No one’s yet discovered the elixir of youth. There is no one fix for a longer, healthier life. What we do have, though, are nano or micro habits that together make all the difference.
Two Nano Health Habits
Walking: That old chestnut! 7,000 steps a day cuts in HALF your chances of heart disease. If 7,000 steps is too many, even 2,700 steps a day deliver health benefits. The Health app on iPhones and Google Fit on Android make it easy to count them.
Afternoon protein shakes: When that sugar craving hits mid-afternoon, how about a protein shake instead of cookies? You can mix in fruit and honey for the sweet taste, plus protein powder, chia seeds, turmeric and almond milk for a delicious drink. Or try a few different recipes and create your own energy boost.
One Lesson
New habit, new prompt: Research has shown that everything we do is determined by prompts. Traffic lights turn green, we move forward. Our alarm rings, we get up. So if you want a new habit, find a new prompt.
For example, if you want to walk first thing in the morning, try putting your walking shoes by your bed.
One Quote
“Act as young as you feel. You’re not getting older; you’re getting more entitled to be your fabulous self.” Gwen Stefani
