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10 reasons to get back into a healthy lifestyle

Look better and feel better! You can do this!

Iilli

Feb 26, 2020

UCLA

10 reasons to get back into a healthy lifestyle

CHICRUNNER

We're almost done with February. It's cold, school is getting harder, and the New Year's motivation to be your best, healthy self is gone. I get it. On my time off, I don't wanna eat clean or get my butt to the gym. I wanna put on some sweatpants, grab a bag of chips, and slowly fall asleep watching Youtube videos. Here's some motivation to get you back in the mood to be a health queen/king.

Failure doesn’t mean that you shouldn't try again

I was so good about going to the gym and so willing to complete my fitness goals at the beginning of the year. Then, midterms came, I caught a cold, and all my motivation disappeared. I didn't go to the gym for weeks and my cheat foods became my diet staples. It happens to everyone, even that gorgeous instagram model. I failed but I got myself back out there. It's okay to try again. Everyone loves a comeback story. Failure is just a way of learning what doesn't work for you.

You will feel amazing

Exercising and eating clean gives you so much energy once you get into it. That sluggish feeling you may have will go away, and you'll feel like your best self. Exercise is also shown to improve your mental health, so you'll feel great inside and out.

Your skin will look better

The increased blood flow to your skin from exercise helps nourish skin cells. Also, eating right gives your skin the nutrients it wants. You'll start to glow in no time.

Your sleep will improve

Exercise and balanced eating has shown to increase the quality of sleep and boost sleep duration. So, sweet dreams. Sign me up!

The gym warms you up

That winter chill that never goes away will magically disappear after a gym session. Your blood will be flowin', and your skin will be sweatin'. It's just what you need in the winter.

Summer bodies are made in the winter

You are beautiful just the way to are and you do not need to look a certain way, but we all like to feel and look our best in a swimsuit. Putting in a little work now will give you confidence in the summer. No matter what, just know that you're gorgeous. Slay.

It’s a great way to connect with friends

Grab a buddy, hit the gym, and have fun. You'll bond because you're both going through the same pain. It'll make your workout easier and your friendship stronger.

Working out sharpens your memory

Exercising pumps oxygen to the brain and stimulates the growth of brain cells. All that helps with memory and retention. So, when you are studying for those midterms and tests, hitting the gym just might help you get that A.

Better sex

Working out improves sexual performance, pleasure, and frequency. Nutritious foods can also make y'all taste better. I'll leave it at that. Go crazy.

Stress relief

You work so hard, and you do so much. Going to the gym or discovering a fun, organic restaurant can help get your mind off the stress of life. Doing cardio sends endorphins to your body, which make you happy. Let loose. Have fun. Destress.

You are a one of a kind, smart, beautiful, and strong person. Don't let societal pressures bully you into a toxic diet and fitness culture. Do it for yourself not anyone else. Your health goals should be about improving the lovely life you already have. Making little changes to better yourself can go a long way. There is no time like the present to start on your lifestyle goals, and being healthy can look like so many things. I hope this gave you the extra push. Get out there and love yourself. :)

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10 reasons to get back into a healthy lifestyle

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Failure doesn’t mean that you shouldn't try again

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

Obviously the best superpower.

There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

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6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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