Spend More Time Outdoors

Setting some time aside to explore your outdoor surroundings is an excellent way to put your mental health at the top of your priority list. Offering an opportunity to step away from your screen and get physically active is a proven method for reducing stress levels and bringing you back into the present moment. Not to mention, boosting your body’s natural Vitamin D on your adventures, helpful for strengthening immune systems and keeping illnesses at bay. Just be sure to remember your sunblock!

You might start by going for a short morning walk around your neighbourhood or grab a coffee and explore the surroundings of your workplace. You could also put some time aside during your weekend, to cruise down to a nearby beach, or check out one of our country’s many incredible parks

Get Better Quality Sleep

Ever find yourself yawning your way to a lunch break? A recent study found that 40 percent of Kiwis are spending fewer than seven hours on their pillow per night – falling short of the optimal level.

As most of us know, lack of sleep leaves you feeling foggy, lethargic, and often has a negative impact on your overall health. Fortunately, there are many ways to improve sleep quality and ensure you wake up with ample energy to tackle whatever life has to offer. We have listed some handy tips to help you regain control of your sleep schedule.

✓ Establishing a consistent sleep schedule, heading to bed at the same time each night.
✓ Winding down for 30 minutes before sleep, including disconnecting from all devices.
✓ Limiting and reducing your caffeine and alcohol intake.
✓ Writing down any thoughts or worries in a diary before sleep.
✓ Increasing your activity levels throughout the day.

Spending Time with Friends and Family

Maintaining strong and healthy relationships with your personal network is essential for managing your individual well-being, and ensuring you’re performing at your best. A robust social network will offer a supportive ear when needed as well as practical advice to help you overcome challenges and complex issues.

Spending quality time with family is another easily overlooked way to show each other some love. There are countless ways to renew your family’s sense of connection. Such as, simply having dinner together around a table, games nights, taking up a new skill, or even going for a family walk. All of these activities get everyone involved and working towards a common goal. Constantly seeking out a new activity that offers something for everyone is a great way to keep your family and friends invested and connected.

As we all grow older and take on more responsibilities, the simplicity of catching up with our mates can feel increasingly out of reach. Overcome this barrier by scheduling time with friends, to do something you all enjoy. You could tackle two goals at once, by completing a workout together, walking pets, trying a new activity, or scheduling the kids’ play dates with each other. It could be as simple as inviting friends over to watch a rugby game or having your partner look after the kids, while you go out for a coffee.

Hydrotherapy to Soothe Aches & Pains

Hydrotherapy is a proven, and centuries-old method to relieve discomfort and promote physical well-being. Immersing your body in water is said to relieve joint pain and muscle injury by counteracting gravity, which reduces pressure on your joints and body as a whole. It has also been known to reduce inflammation, increase range of motion, and promote general healing within the body. Spa pools, Swim Spas, and saunas are all excellent options to help you harness the healing power of Hydrotherapy. 

Spa pools use a combination of massage jets and warm water to increase the flow of nutrient-rich blood, in-turn promoting muscle healing, increasing range-of-motion, and reducing joint inflammation. Let the soothing warm water relax your muscles, take away your tension, and return you to a state of tranquility.

Saunas on the other hand, harness hot, dry air to induce sweating. One of our natural bodily functions, perspiration releases toxins, burns calories, relaxes muscles and promotes healthy skin. Saunas are also effective for easing tension, improving blood circulation, and relieving stress.

Swim spas may offer the greatest range of hydrotherapy benefits, allowing you to swim or workout in the comfort of warm water. Combined with heat, this water effectively supports your body weight, and provides resistance while you train. Exercising in this environment will relieve pain and increase your joints’ range of movement. Hydrotherapy in a Swim Spa can also improve your overall fitness, as it promotes a gradual build-up of strength and flexibility.

Take Some “Me Time”

As we’re all aware coming out of 2020, life can get pretty hectic at times, which is why it’s more important than ever to take some time out for yourself. Take a break, and choose a couple of activities that are both positive and fun. This will help to improve your mindset, and offer a fresh perspective, both of which will help to alleviate stress. Here is an example of a list you might create for yourself, full of simple things that allow you to take a break and enjoy the present moment.

✓ Enjoy a meal
✓ Try Yoga
✓ Visit a friend
✓ Go for coffee
✓ Try out a recipe
✓ Get active
✓ Try a digital detox
✓ Head to a local wildlife park
✓ Visit an art gallery or museum

After creating your own checklist, try and incorporate at least one of these activities that you enjoy, back into your everyday life. Ultimately, this will result in you being more productive and engaged across all of your day-to-day activity.