Jaime’s Homework Assignment
Over the past year or so I've been preaching progress over perfection. A LOT.
And how simple tasks performed consistently are the real needle movers.
Which leads me to a little homework assignment I have for you.
The assignment is based upon what I consider the FOUR basic pillars of health...EXERCISE...NUTRITION...SLEEP...& STRESS MANAGEMENT.
For the next seven days I want you to implement ONE task in each category and evaluate how you feel.
1. NUTRITION:
Eat a good protein source 3x/day and include 2 vegetables per day (or 1 fruit and 1 vegetable). If you're already achieving this, up the protein by 10-15g/day and one more fruit or vegetable.
2. EXERCISE:
If you're not exercising consistently at this point, it's okay. It's never too late to start. So, start by moving for 20 minutes each day. Don't worry about what it is ... JUST GET MOVING and find something you enjoy!
3. SLEEP:
Try to achieve a minimum of FOUR sleep cycles. Each cycle is about 90 minutes, so four of them equals 6 hours. Five cycles would be better (7.5 hours). However, waking up in the middle of a sleep cycle may result in grogginess or sluggishness so try to wake up at the end of a 90-minute cycle.
4. STRESS MANAGEMENT:
Each of us handles stress differently, but my recommendation for this week is to simply read 20-30 minutes per day of a fiction book of your choice. Make it juicy and get out of your head for a few minutes.
Again, implement just ONE task in each category for seven days.
Then, evaluate how you feel.
Simple, right?
The compounding effect of small changes within each of these categories, coupled with performing these tasks consistently, can create exponential results.
Don't underestimate the power of...
EASY TASKS + LESS COMPLICATION = MORE ACTION PERFORMED CONSISTENTLY OVER TIME!
As always,
GIVE YOUR BODY WHAT IT NEEDS, WHEN IT NEEDS IT.
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