It's easy to get into bad habits over the summer because you might not have a consistent schedule like you do during the school year. So here are a few tips to keep you healthy throughout the summer months.
Stay active. You will be so tempted to lounge around on the couch watching Netflix all day because you basically had zero rest and relaxation during finals week. Reward yourself, of course, but staying active even by just going on a walk around your neighborhood during the sunset a few times a week will make you feel better, trust me.
Eat clean. This one ties into the whole "staying active" idea. Obviously you can indulge in sweets and treats from time to time, but eating clean will keep you from feeling all gross and bloated when you're chilling by the pool, which brings me to my next point.
Protect your skin. Please please PLEASE take care of your skin. I cannot stress this one enough. Please protect your skin. Use sunscreen. I know we all want a beautiful bronze bod this summer, but it is still attainable with a little sunscreen. If you don't protect your skin, you risk getting skin cancer, and in a few years your once-bronze skin will be tough and leathery, which isn't necessarily ideal. Plus, having a painful, peeling sunburn isn't fun either.
If you make an effort to create these habits now, they will eventually become second nature and you won't even have to think about it. Take care of yourself this summer and you will for sure thank yourself later. Just remember to have fun this summer, be safe, and take care of yourself.
