Here are some tips, tricks and remedies that will change how you go about everyday tasks, for the better.
Stick to your shopping list
It’s good to think about what you need to buy before placing your online order and try to stick strictly to this list. It’s just as important to do this when shopping online as it is when shopping in person, as buying only what you need ultimately helps to minimise food waste and saves money. Avoid online shopping when you’re feeling hungry, tired (or have had a glass of wine!). The Organised Cook by Amelia Freer.
Regrow from kitchen scraps
Make the most of your kitchen scraps by regrowing them into more produce. E.g., Leafy scraps will grow in water on a sunny indoor windowsill year-round. You can also transplant them from water into soil as soon as they show roots and new green growth. Celery, romaine and bok choy, are the easiest scraps to grow. gardentech.com
Track your spending down to the penny
You can’t take back control of your finances if you’re not aware of how much money you are spending each month. To help you truly know your spending habits inside and out, start tracking your expenses down to the penny. You might be surprised where you tend to go over budget and where you can cut back! inspiredbudget.com
Roasting veggies without regrets
Every vegetable has its own cooking time. Think about a carrot or sweet potato vs a zucchini. Zucchini has a quick cooking time. If you want to be lazy and throw them on the same tray, cut the zucchini in half or into large pieces. Cut the carrots or sweet potatoes into circles or squares in smaller pieces. Eat Yourself Sexy by Chef Mel Alafaci
Take the short route
Research shows that shorter workouts can actually be more effective than longer ones.
Here’s why:
• Sharper minds – Short, high-intensity workouts are shown to result in healthier brains.
• Fitness and body composition – during quick, high-intensity workouts, the body experiences a surge of hormones and adrenaline which stimulate fat burning and muscle gain, leading to improved fitness and body composition.
• Less risk of injury – consistent overtraining causes fatigue and poor form, as well as leaving less recovery time.
• Easier to commit to – it’s no secret that quick workouts are easier to fit into a busy schedule, making us more likely to do a workout routine.
• Fat loss – with interval training, the body starts to repair itself more quickly and continues to burn fat even after you’ve finished your workout.
Katie Hunter, AIA Vitality coach and health and wellness expert.