How to Stay Healthy While Stuck at Home

These are very interesting times. Most people in the world are in quarantine, practicing social distancing and taking all measures to help stop the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). In the midst of all this chaos, it’s easy to forget about your self-care routine. However, these are the times when we need it most. No matter what situation you find yourself in, remember these quick tips to keep your mind, body and soul healthy.

Working from home?

If you are among those who can work from home, great. It is a very safe feeling. However, practicing healthy behavior in a work environment is just as important at home as it is in the workplace. Below are some ways to maintain a healthy routine while working from home.

Create a workspace for yourself. If you don’t want to wake up, open your laptop in bed and start working. Your bedroom should be off-limits to work! You might think it’s comfortable in the morning, but at the end of the day you want your room to feel like a safe, uncluttered space. It’s also terrible for your back!

1. Schedule work hours. You don’t want to find yourself working late into the night. Set time and space boundaries. Try to get an office space. Every two hours, get up, stretch, and let your mind free from work for a few moments. Here is a list of quick and healthy mental rest activities you can use.
2. Add time to your day to get outside. Again, it can be difficult for the mind and body to get used to working from home. You may find that you’re sacrificing things like your daily walk and getting some vitamin D, because you have the luxury of working from home. However, it is just as important to leave the house and feel the sun on your face and the wind in your hair as it is to leave an office at the end of the day. When you take your lunch break, go outside. Take your dog for a walk, practice yoga outdoors, or just sit back and relax in the sun.

Maintain an exercise routine.

You don’t need a home gym to maintain an effective exercise routine. You hardly need anything except a little motivation. With just basic exercises you probably did in school, you can feel good and stay strong.

Lunges can be performed anywhere. You can add them to a walk in the park or do them in your backyard. Frankly, you could make them at home if you wanted. Try these too:

1. Unweighted squats are great for your body. In fact, without the weights, you’re doing your knees a favor.
2. Planks are a great core exercise. Even doing planks for just 30 seconds, several times a day, will help strengthen your back and core.
3. An oldie but a goodie? Lizards! They may not be fun, we would never try to tell you they are, but they work. Strengthen your upper body with just a few push-ups a day. Do them until you can’t and try again the next day.

Here is a some more exercise ideas that you can do at home, without equipment!

Stuck at home with not much to do?

During these difficult times you may find yourself stuck at home with not much to do. There are two ways to look at moments like these. You can get in a bad mood. Or you can take the opportunity to show yourself and the people around you a little more love. Here are some self-care steps you can practice while you’re at home.

1. Morning yoga! Isn’t it the best? Wake up, make tea or coffee, and let your body stretch for 20 to 30 minutes. By adding a short yoga session to your morning routine, you are creating a consistent, healthy environment for your mind and body each day. Even after you have returned to normal daily life, follow this routine and you will really start your day off right. Your digestive system will thank you because the flow of oxygen and blood improves it. And it helps balance your breathing!
2. You’ve all been washing your hands, right? Of course it does, probably too much. While it’s great to be cautious, you should also make sure you don’t fall behind in your moisturizing routine! Overwashing your hands can cause serious damage to your skin if it is not properly hydrated. Dry hands can lead to eczema or cracked skin. While you’re stuck at home, give your skin the attention it needs. nail magic Hand and cuticle oil It can be applied anytime, anywhere. It is very easy to apply and instantly adds nourishing moisture to your hands, nails and cuticles. By adding this hand and cuticle oil in your routine now, it will become second nature when normal life returns again.
3. Give yourself a day of beauty. You may find yourself neglecting your appearance a little as the days of quarantine increase. Try that hairstyle you really wanted to try. Experiment with that new eyeshadow you’ve been hiding. Instead of painting your nails (since hand washing is at an all-time high), strengthen them. Apply Nail Magic Botanical Nail Strengthener. This nail-strengthening formula contains the herb horsetail and the nutrient silica. Users tell us it is the best nail strengthener around. Your nails will feel healthy, happy and strong after just a few uses!

We will get through these times together.

If you work from home or simply spend more time at home than usual, develop a new mind-body routine. Boundaries are important if you work from home, exercise is key as is showing yourself a little extra love. It is important to follow as strict a schedule as possible, go outside, exercise and always remember to take care of yourself. With healthy minds, bodies and souls, we will get through these difficult times together.