Five ways you can have a healthy and happy winter

We’re now fully into winter, and some people really hate it! It can be ‘too cold’, ‘too dark’, you can feel a bit low and blue, stressed out and worn down.
By Paul Gough
Published 18th Nov 2020, 18:00 BST
Even though we are now fully into winter, it may be gloomy outside but your outlook doesn’t have to be that way. Blow away those winter blues.Even though we are now fully into winter, it may be gloomy outside but your outlook doesn’t have to be that way. Blow away those winter blues.
Even though we are now fully into winter, it may be gloomy outside but your outlook doesn’t have to be that way. Blow away those winter blues.

And with the colder weather for some people, can come a few health concerns and challenges during the winter months.

But even though it may be gloomy outside, your outlook doesn’t have to be!

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So, here are five ways you can catch feeling a bit low early and enjoy a healthy, happy winter.

1.Recognise The Problem

Early signs can be small – low energy, feeling tired, wanting to sleep more, craving sugar and a lack of motivation – are all classical symptoms.

Spot these signs early on and you have a good chance of knocking them on the head, quick!

2. Get More Light

Your body produces Vitamin D – which helps regulate your mood. So whenever you see some sun rays outside, go for a walk on a bright winter morning! Bring more light into your home, open your curtains and have bright lighting by your bedside table. Better, get yourself one of those bedside lamps that gradually gets brighter so you wake up naturally and refreshed.

3. Move Daily

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I know exercise is easier said than done sometimes, especially when you don’t want to leave your toasty bed, but there’s plenty of things you can do without putting your gym kit on.

Regular exercise releases your feel-good hormones and leave you feeling energised for the day.

Take a walk in the park, go for a morning bike ride, walk to the shops instead of drive… those are just a few of the things you can do to get more active.

4. Relax!

Winter can be a stressful time of year. Be kind to your body, do something like take a warm bath, it’ll allow your body to relax deeply and feel warm.

Sometimes a bit of ‘me time’ is all we need.

5. Listen To Upbeat Music

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I have always thought of music as food for the soul. An upbeat tune can change an atmosphere instantly and creative a positive vibe. Put your favourite upbeat tunes on and your mood will be lifted!

There you have it! 5 ways to have a happy, healthy winter. Don’t let the blues get you down.

To discover more secrets to forming healthy habits and living an active life free from painkillers, check out my book ‘The Healthy Habit’ at www.thehealthyhabitbook.com

Related topics:Vitamin D