While summer is the perfect time to enjoy different kinds of outdoor activities, your overall wellbeing and fitness can also take a hit due to the scorching sun and hot weather. Also, there’re a lot of other factors that can put a damper on your fun activities. Irregular eating habits, dehydration, insects, parasites are just to name a few among them. If you want to stay fit and enjoy the summer season to the fullest, here’re our top seven wellness tips that would help you attain that goal.
Tip #1: Protect yourself
Hiking, camping, gardening and other outdoor activities are simply great ways to enjoy the nature while adding some exercises to the routine. But they also come with pitfalls. Whether you’re planning to enjoy a family time at the beach, or hit the golf course, or pay a visit to a picturesque destination, make sure you pack your sunscreen. Remember to opt for the one that’s free of detrimental chemicals like OMC, PABA, Homosalate, Benzophene-3, 4-MBC etc, which may put you at a higher risk of being affected by skin cancer. You can also wear hats to get shielded from the scorching sun. And in case you get burnt, try natural soothing sunburn relief lotions like aloe vera. Also, commit to do some activities outside in the sun every day, at least for fifteen to twenty minutes. It’ll not only help to improve your immunity, energy and mood levels but will give a rise to your vitamin D levels as well.
Tip #2: Stay adequately hydrated
Hydration is the key to stay fit during summer. This is especially true for a scorching summer day! The more water you consume, the better it will be for your health. Drink fluids at least sixty minutes prior to starting your outdoor activities. Ideally, you should have 10 eight ounce glasses of fluid each day to keep your kidneys functioning at their optimum level and flush detrimental elements from your body. If plain water doesn’t interest you, infuse it with some fresh, seasonal fruits to make it nutritious and delicious at the same time.
Tip #3: Get moving
Unlike the chilled winter season that compels most of us to stay indoors, summer is just the perfect time to start or strengthen your exercise regimen. Indulge in outdoor activities like biking, hiking, walking, running, swimming etc to boost your fitness and energy levels. Staying active this way will improve both your physical and mental wellbeing. If you want something more adventurous, search online to find places that you can involve in your summer fitness routine.
Tip #4: Don’t forget mosquitoes and insects
Use natural deterrents like essential oils to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes and other insects. Make sure that your essential oil doesn’t contain hazardous chemicals like DEET (a colorless insect repellent). If you don’t want to use essential oils for whatever reason, try adding plants that keep mosquitoes and other insects away from your house naturally. Lemon Balm, Catnip, Citronella etc are good choices to take your pick from.
Tip #5: Think local
In the summer, farmers’ markets are literally up and running. You can find an abundance of fresh vegetables and fruits all over such markets, which make visiting them the perfect way to treat your entire family to the nutritional advantages of fresh organic herbs, fruits, veggies etc. In addition, farmers’ markets often come up with produces that aren’t usually found in local supermarkets. Apart from providing your body with essential vitamins and minerals by buying such produce, you’ll also be aiding your local businesses to grow, which is a win-win for both the sides.
Tip #6: Don’t forget your feet
Wearing shoes that offer no or little support can trigger poor posture, and misalignment of your pelvis, among others. In addition, improper support can make the muscles and tendons in your hips, feet, knees, ankles and back overwork. So, save your body from getting overworked or injured by investing in footwear that come with solid arch, thick sole and good traction.
Tip #7: Stick to your wellness schedule
Your wellness regimen should never go for a toss. Though the enjoyable summertime weather may change your regular schedule, you should never miss your chiropractor’s appointments to increase range of motion, promote optimum wellbeing and maintain structural alignment – all of which will help you enjoy your summer activities to the fullest. Remember that painful muscles are common results of activities and only acupuncture and massage can help you alleviate them naturally. In addition, chiropractic care helps you cover long stretches without pain, which means relief from more complex conditions and extensive care over time.
Consider the above tips to make the most of this summer as well as all your future summers.
