Bare Minimum Mondays
Move
Take advantage of the extra daylight and spend 10 minutes outside after dinner. A little movement and a little sunshine go a long way. Regular walking improves cardiovascular fitness, metabolic health, and overall mortality risk.
Eat
Put a bowl of fruit where you’ll see it. Make it so that the healthiest choice is also the easiest one. Food visibility and accessibility significantly influence food choices and intake.
Sleep
Keep your wake-up time within an hour of normal, even on weekends. Summer schedules are easier to recover from when mornings stay steady. Consistent wake times improve sleep quality and circadian rhythm stability.
Manage
Spend two minutes watching a sunset, clouds, or trees moving in the wind. Sometimes the best reset is simply paying attention. And besides, brief exposure to natural environments reduces stress and improves mood.
