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Find some form of movement you would be happy to sustain for 20 minutes a day, most days and DO IT.
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Use exercise as a stress releaser.
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Exercise at a regular time – mornings, before the day begins and other things take priority.
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Vary the intensity of your exercise as you get fitter.
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Strength training will increase your metabolism so you burn kilojoules all day and night.
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Add variety into your routine, so you and your muscles don’t get bored.
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Look for extra opportunities to move more.
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Keep an exercise diary.
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Remember to go to bed early if you are getting up earlier! Sleep is important for regenerating yourself.
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Plan and prepare what you are going to eat and STICK to it!
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Eat a healthy breakfast before 10am!
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Eat a rainbow – the more natural colour you have – from vegetables and fruit – the better.
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Eat only when you are hungry.
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Water is the best answer for thirst.
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Portions – think about the quantity you are putting on your plate.
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Eat only until you are satisfied – it’s ok to leave something on the plate if your hunger is satisfied.
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Look for the best in the people who are significant in your life and tell them.
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When you ‘give’ to others, your fulfillment level is much greater than any food could ever create for you – it just increases your self worth and theirs rather than your waistline.
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People love to be
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acknowledged - notice what they have done well and acknowledge what they did and them for doing it
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appreciated - if someone has done something for you or for someone else you care about, let them know you appreciate it and them
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valued - whether it’s a note, an email, an SMS, a phone call - take a minute and ‘gift’ someone a positive thought about them
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Immerse yourself in something you love – reading, writing, meditating, playing an instrument, craft, music – for 15 minutes a day.
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Nature, animals or playing with a child allows you to centre yourself again and realise that the best things are simple and free.
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Practise some form of relaxation and ‘quiet time’ - Meditation, journal writing, or just relaxing in a favourite place.
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