Something about the new year and starting fresh inspires people to get healthy and active! However it feels like so many of use can’t find the motivation to start because we have failed so many times. I am not here to provide you with over the top tips on how to get healthy in the new year. I am a working mother of three… I get how busy life can be an how exhaustion can deter you from daily exercise. The tips I am going to share with you today are simple and convenient to implement into you every day routine. These are 5 healthy habits that will improve your life and make you feel altogether healthier and happier.

Tip #1: Drink a big glass of water each morning and throughout the day

There are so many great benefits to drinking more water and starting your day off with a big glass of warm lemon water. Many of us don’t actually drink enough water each day, experts recommend that a normal human being should consume at least eight glasses of water per day. Drinking the recommended amount of water can help keep you skin looking good, it keeps your brain sharp, minimizes infections and diseases, it’s important for energizing muscles… just to name a few benefits!

How to Drink More Water Every Day

• Sip before, during and after every meal
• Drink a glass every time you take a bathroom break
• Replace most of your daily beverages with pure drinking water
• Eat foods that are rich in water such as cucumber, zucchini, water melon and grapefruit
• Always carry a water bottle around, which will keep you motivated to drink sufficient water

Tip # 2: Get at least 7 Hours of Sleep

Getting at least 7 hours of sleep each night is critical because so many important functions take place in the mind and body when we sleep. I know that many of us think this amount of sleep is impossible… but is it really? How many of us decide to stream just one episode of your favorite show on Netflix? How many times have we sat in bed, phone in hand, and and catching up on your Facebook feed? Imagine if we instead just went to bed! Our body’s need that amount of sleep because it’s how we recharge. Our unconscious mind and body are busy at work restoring, recharging, and re-energizing each night and need at least 7 hours of sleep to fully achieve that. Sleep deficiency has an overall effect on your mood, energy, health, and mental well-being. So put that device down, turn the television off, work on the laundry tomorrow when you are well rested and more productive!

Tip #3: Pick a physical activity you love

Don’t force yourself to run every day if you hate it. Don’t drag yourself to the gym each evening if you hate it. There are so many fun and simple ways to get physical each day… so find the one you love! Try a new physical activity each day until you find one that you actually enjoy and want to do each day. Whether it’s yoga, boxing or walking the dog… getting physical each day is going to have a major improvement on your health.

Tip #4: Eat Breakfast Every Morning

Research shows people who have a morning meal tend to take in more vitamins and minerals, and less fat and cholesterol. The result is often a leaner body, lower cholesterol count and less chance of overeating. How do I start my morning of right each day? With Post® Raisin Bran of course!

Post® cereals have power packed nutrition, are a simple path to better health and a reliable way to start the day with a practical cereal combining health and taste.

With the sweetness of hundreds of Sun-Maid® raisins in every box, and 23g of Whole Grain per serving, Post Raisin Bran is an excellent source of fiber. Pour yourself a heart healthy bowl and feel good about starting each day with this great combination of taste and nutrition.

So many of us tend to think that frying up some bacon or loading a bagel with cream cheese is the go-to breakfast. Meals like this are going to make you feel icky and that’s not at all how you should start the day! Go for a healthy and nutritious meal that will start your day off right and continue to keep you feeling good throughout the day! Make sure to grab your coupon before heading to the grocery store.

I hope this post was helpful and you found some inspiration to get healthy in the new year! Let me know in the comment section below what types of ways you want to get healthy and active.