The start of a new semester brings us endless possibilities. It's a time when we can reinvent ourselves if we choose to do so. Here are five things you can do to have healthy and happier semester.

1. Drink more water.

We all know water is good for us, but most of us don’t drink enough of it throughout the day. The commonly recommended amount of water is eight 8-ounce glasses of water a day. All you have to do is bring a water bottle to class and refill before your next one. Soon enough you’ll get in eight glasses a day in no problem.

2. Hit the gym more frequently.

Working out more is an easy resolution to break if you set high expectations for yourself right off the bat. Once classes pick up, going to gym every day isn’t always possible. Start the new semester by setting a reasonable goal that fits your schedule. Going to the gym 3 days a week for the entire semester is better than going every day and quitting after the first week.

3. Eat healthier.

As with working out, goals of eating healthier turn out better if you don’t bite off more than you can chew. Small changes in your diet such as eating one healthy snack a day or switching your in-between-class coffee to tea, can make a big difference.

4. Make a new friend.

We all have our day ones, BFFs, and friend groups, but it’s always nice to have someone you can talk too that is removed from all that. Whether it be the girl sitting next you in class, the guy whose gym schedule lines up with yours, or the person you always seem to run into around campus, it’s never too late to reach out and make a new friend in college.

5. Spend time outside of your comfort zone.

Sometimes we get so caught up in our routines that we forget what else is out there. This semester make an effort to say “yes” to something you would normally say “no” to. Join the club, take the class, go on that date, chose to experience life to its fullest this semester.