It’s no secret colder months make it a challenge when it comes to staying fit. Between bundling up and battling winter weather, it’s tough finding the motivation to work out. But don’t let that stop you – DishQuo has plenty of winter fitness ideas that keep you moving all season long. Here are five of our favorites.
1. Reward Yourself
DishQuo CEO and Founder, Marcos Rojas, believes in the power of positive reinforcement.
“Even after accomplishing the smallest steps, reward yourself. Positive reinforcement is a powerful momentum builder”.
Positive reinforcement is a wonderful tool for strengthening behaviors and building healthy habits. It’s an excellent motivator to help you reach your goals. DishQuo’s “Healthy Habits Reward Program” keeps you motivated with every goal you meet. Earn points when you log meals, record measurements, and complete streaks for meals completed. Cash in your points for e-gift cards from over 30 retailers like Nordstrom, Nike, and more.
2. Sign Up for Fitness Classes or Sports Team
Staying on track with your workout is better with a little help from your friends. Sign up for fitness classes or a sports team to stay accountable on days you feel like staying home. Most fitness classes have a 24-hour cancellation notice, so last minute bailouts aren’t so easy.
Building friendships on a sports team makes it fun. Plus, you know others are counting on you to show up. The CDC recommends exercising with friends for motivation, consistency, and their ability to push us outside our comfort zone.
3. Prep and Plan Ahead
Staying on track with healthy habits is hard if you leave everything last minute. Plan ahead with your diet and exercise to increase your chance of staying consistent.
DishQup meal planning app helps you by creating a meal plan, grocery list and bringing your groceries to your front door.
Meal planning doesn’t have to be complicated. DishQuo uses what you already have in your pantry, repeats meals you love, and customizes your planning to batch cook multiple meals at once.
4. Eat Healthy Foods to Stay Energized
You have a lot of control when it comes to your weight loss goals. Meeting your goal isn’t just about calories in and calories out. What you eat has a huge impact on your energy levels and brain power. If you aren’t eating for energy, how are you going to crush your next gym session? Enjoying foods like salmon, walnuts, berries, oatmeal, dark leafy greens with plenty of water keeps you going day after day.
5. Get Enough Sleep
Staying on track with your fitness and meal plan only happens if you’ve gotten a good night’s sleep. You can’t burn the candle at both ends and expect to create a sustainable, consistent healthy lifestyle.
When we don’t get enough sleep, our body’s natural hormones start changing and affect how efficiently it uses energy. Not only does lack of sleep make you tired but also impacts your mental state which makes focusing difficult for healthy living.
The best way to stay on track with fitness goals? Make sure you’re getting at least seven hours every night by turning off all electronics 30 minutes before bedtime so there’s no screen time distraction.
Winter can be a difficult time to stay motivated with your healthy habits. However, with these five tips, you’ll have no problem sticking to your routine and staying healthy all year long!
If you need help getting started or keeping up the momentum with a healthy meal plan, sign up for DishQuo now. We offer 2 weeks free so that you can see if it’s right for you before committing any money. DishQuo is passionate about helping people lead healthier lives through science backed meal planning. Download the app on Android or Apple Store today.
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