by Michael Plank
Move
Hold a 30-Second Plank 3 Times a Day. Core exercises like planks can improve core stability and reduce lower back pain. If it’s challenging off the floor, do it off the edge of a couch, or a table. (See how to do a plank HERE).
Eat
Add a handful of nuts as a snack. Nuts are loaded with good fats, have a high calorie load relative to their size (but not nearly as high as a fast food meal, for example), and are a nutrient-dense way to help control hunger.
Sleep
Make your room dark. A study in Sleep Medicine highlights that a dark environment promotes melatonin production, and improves sleep quality.
Manage
Journal for 5 Minutes at the End of the Day. A study in JMIR Mental Health found that journaling can reduce stress and improve emotional well-being.