We keep what we invest in, period. So, when we choose not to invest in our health, we lose it. Coming from someone who spent almost eight years caregiving for my medically fragile kids and losing myself altogether, I understand the temptation to put others first in the name of selflessness. The truth? Pride causes us not to put on our oxygen masks first to best thrive for ourselves and the people around us. When we don’t know where to start, having some semblance of a guide is always helpful. When consistently done, I have found these simple things life-changing and life-giving. We are what we eat in different ways, and putting primarily whole, unprocessed foods in our bodies is the best way to get the most nutrients. Hydration is also vital—aiming to get at least half our body weight in ounces daily. Moving our bodies consistently and staying active outside the gym is also critical. If you aren’t doing anything? Start small! Two to three 30-minute weekly walks are the perfect way to begin a new habit.
Just remember: it doesn’t have to be all-or-nothing. All investments that matter are marathons, not sprints. Restore Hyper Wellness has been my favorite (and, in my opinion, the most efficient way) to add things like Cryotherapy and Infrared Sauna to my routine. Restore offers so much more than those two things, but for me, those alongside therapy have been two of the main components of my trauma healing process. There are so many benefits to cold and heat treatment, and committing to adding those two things to my (ideal) weekly schedule keeps me feeling more clear-headed and ready to tackle the daily obstacles that will likely come. My biggest advice? Invest in your health before you aren’t given the option to do so—which could happen at any moment for any of us. Choose to add yourself to the equation this year. The world will thank you.
All investments that matter are marathons, not sprints.