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For many of us, the winter months are a time of rest. It seems once school starts, we are heading toward the holidays at full speed. Instead of working out at the gym, we are cooking huge meals, visiting with friends, hosting parties and pretty much over indulging in many areas. If you are like most folks, you may pack on a few unwanted pounds during that time. No wonder people make those New Year’s resolutions!
With spring upon us, here are a few ways you can get your body ready for spring:
Food: Put away those casserole dishes and get to the farmer’s market! This is a great time of year to get fresh fruits and vegetables your body has been craving.
Beverages: Water, water, water and more water! Get rid of the soda, fruit juices and other sugary drinks and trade them for good old H20.
Exercise: It is time to stretch your limbs and get them moving. Start out by simply walking. You will be amazed at how great you feel after a walk around the block.
Vitamins: Our bodies need vitamins and minerals and we don’t always get those from the food we eat. To stay healthy in the spring, you need to be on a vitamin routine.
Vitamins help our body work the way they should. If we don’t take them, our bodies can begin to break down. For my spring health routine, I take several vitamins that give me healthy hair, nails, skin, internal organs and eyes. For healthy skin and a strong immune system, I take Vitamin A while Vitamin D keeps my teeth, bones and nails nice and strong. Vitamin C is a must have to fight those spring colds I tend to get.
So, where should you go to get all your vitamins, supplements and minerals you need for your healthy body? I go to my trusted Walgreens. Not only do they have a huge selection of all the products I need, they have a staff on hand to answer all of my questions.
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When shopping for vitamins, you might find it useful to know that you can help a child in need with every vitamins or supplements purchase at Walgreens. Millions of children around the world are suffering from ‘hidden hunger’, a lack of micronutrients that can lead to disease and even death. In fact, 45% of all childhood deaths are attributable to under-nutrition. Walgreens is giving a portion of all vitamin retail sales to Vitamin Angels to help 100 million children in the U.S. and abroad get the vitamins they need to live well.
Shannon Gurnee says
These are some really great ideas on how to get your body ready for spring. Thanks for sharing.
Carly Brydon says
These are some great tips! For me, I definitely need to get up and get moving more.
Donna says
I’m more spring ready this year than I was this same time last year. I’ve lost 33 pounds since Dec. and I’m getting healthy. Still have about 10 more pounds to be summer ready. 🙂 I’m not the best at remembering to take vitamins on a regular basis, but I shop at Walgreens all the time.
Rosey says
Hubby takes Fish Oil daily and swears by it. I love the tip to cut out the drinks and replace them with water!
Chrystal @ YUM eating says
The weather here in MI has been really weird in my neighborhood. Hopefully the sun starts shining too. I really need to get back into the exercise world. I haven’t been feeling very good lately.
Debbie Denny says
I did not gain any weight…YAY. I do and am ready for more fruits.
Crystal says
The weather has been so nice, it’d be a crime not to get outdoors and enjoy it. Walking has been a great start for being ready for spring/summer.
Shell says
I’m trying to drink more water. And I need to make a trip to the farmer’s market soon!
Christie says
Definitely making better choices as the sun pops up! So nice to sit outside with an apple
Beth@FrugalFroggie says
I am not spring ready. Thanks for the tips.
Sabrina @ Dinner, then Dessert says
We just joined a gym and I’ve been going to spin classes. Feeling better already!
Ann Bacciaglia says
I have been working on getting healthier. I was able to replace my habit of six cans of diet soda a day with water. I am trying to eat healthier to.
Sara P. (@SensiblySara) says
Yes, yes, yes! I love all the different meals I can create with fresh fruits and veggies this time of year. Vitamins and water are a must all year long
Veronica says
yep! I have been totally slacking lately. I need to get my butt back on track
Cinny says
Exercise is certainly an important part. I’ve been feeling better since regularly working out again.
Jeanine says
I work out as much as I can, but eating right? I’m struggling with lately. I also need to actually work out and not just run/jog …. I need to really get on the ball.
Liz Mays says
Great ideas. I spend a lot of time outside but usually on the patio. I should do more walks around the neighborhood.
Candy O says
I need to get back on the wagon. The move in January really threw me off course.
Pam says
I need to get back into taking vitamins regularly! It definitely helps my body.
Dawn says
These are great tips. I don’t take my vitamins nearly as often as I should. We have a Walgreens just around the corner, so maybe I can get back into it.
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
I usually buy mine online. I think Walgreen’s would be a great option, though. I love that the have a knowledgeable staff that can answer my questions. Thanks!
Robin Rue (@massholemommy) says
I workout A LOT and eat right. I think I am in pretty good shape.