10 Things You Should Do More Often
There are some things you just can’t afford to skip.
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Drink Water - If you’re like us, there never seems to be enough hours in the day to do all the things you’ve been planning to do. But there are some things you just can’t afford to skip. Make the time to do these ten things and you’ll be ten steps closer to living your best life. By Kenrya Rankin First Lady Michelle Obama and Ashanti are using the singer’s new video (every time someone tweets about it, the video “hydrates” with improved vocals and visuals) to encourage Americans to drink more water for good reason — it’s amazing for you! From keeping your skin clear to helping your kidneys do their work to making it easier to concentrate, water is the fuel your body needs to survive. So aim to drink at least your weight in ounces each day (ie: a 135-pound woman should drink 135 ounces each day). (Photo: LWA/Larry Williams/Blend Images/Corbis)
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Go for a Walk - Even if you don’t have time for a full-on workout, walking is a low-impact way to get moving. You’ll feel good, and a 150-pound woman can burn about 130 calories by taking a 30-minute stroll. (Photo: LWA/Larry Williams/Blend Images/Corbis)
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Take Deep Breaths - Whether you have time for a full-on mediation session or just a few cleansing inhales and exhales, deep breathing is an excellent way to combat stress. When you stop and breathe deeply (so that your abdomen extends with each inhale) you can decrease your blood pressure, slow your heartbeat and force your muscles — you know, the knotted ones in your back — to relax. (Photo: Corbis)
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Go to Sleep - Most adults need seven to nine hours of sleep each day. If you’re getting less than that, you could be jacking up your memory; increasing your risk of heart disease, diabetes and some cancers; increasing your chances of being overweight; or even shortening your lifespan! Is watching all your DVRed shows more important than going to sleep when you’re exhausted? (Photo: JGI/Jamie Grill/Blend Images/Corbis)
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Open a Window - Believe it or not, but the air in your home could be just as polluted as the stuff outside. Why? Everything from your furniture to air fresheners to paint to cleaning products release chemicals into the air, which you breathe day and night. Opening a window for at least five minutes a day can significantly decrease the concentration of the pollutants lurking in your home. (Photo: JGI/Jamie Grill/Blend Images/Corbis)
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