23 Healthy Habits For Women That Will Truly Change Your Life
We all are suckers for a good transformation or makeover. Think of Cinderella upgrading from chores to royal balls. It’s not quite relatable, but it’s still a favorite. The appeal is in the transformation. In the makeover, which makes all of us believe we can get there.
But here’s the thing: real life sadly isn’t a fairy tale, and our real glow-up is unfortunately not related to any balls. Our glow-up is becoming our happiest, healthiest, and most confident selves ever!
And it doesn’t have to be complicated. All you need to do is adopt these healthy habits for women that make you feel good, make you kinder to yourself, and make you more intentional.
Here are 23 healthy habits for women that might just do the trick!
1. Hydrate Like You Mean It
I know, I know, you’ve probably heard this more times than you care to, but girl, there’s a reason everyone is talking about it! Your body is made up of 60% water, so staying hydrated is crucial for staying healthy. So don’t shy away from drinking that glass of water every morning to start your day on a high note.
Remember, staying hydrated entails more than merely drinking water. Remember to get your daily dose of electrolytes as well.
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2. Start Your Mornings Without Your Phone
The second habit that will change your life is all about reclaiming your mornings! I know your phone is practically glued to your hand, but trust me, innocently checking the time or an email could make you waste a lot more time scrolling through your feeds.
Instead, do some stretches, take deep breaths, or have a few moments of silence before diving into notifications.
Make it a rule to practice digital detox for the first hour and really embrace a mindful morning routine.
3. Eat More Protein
The reasons you need more protein are endless, from keeping you full for longer to stabilizing your energy and even supporting your muscle health. Every fitness guru is going on and on, insisting on 100 grams of protein days for a reason.
So, try making it a habit to eat proteins in every meal. Around 30 grams in every meal if you want to hit 100 grams daily. It can be eggs, Greek yogurt, or a protein-packed smoothie.
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4. Get Outside More
If your idea of going outside is walking from your front door to your car and driving to the grocery store, then you’ve got it backward. That is not going outside.
Sunshine and fresh air can go a long way to boost your happiness hormones and mood and give you that little glow-up you’re dying to get.
All you need is just 5 minutes to take a walk or even sit on your balcony with your morning tea.
5. Prioritize Strength Training
Cardio is great, and for some more convenient, I don’t disagree.
However, lifting weights is a game changer. Doing this has a pretty long list of benefits, from boosting your metabolism to strengthening your bones to slowing down aging and simply making you feel more confident. So, don’t be afraid to lift.
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6. Reduce Processed Sugar
I know that the saddest thing I could probably tell you right now is to say goodbye to chocolate. Don’t worry because that’s not what I’m about to say.
Processed sugar is such a common ingredient in many of your favorite foods and drinks, From your morning latte to your “healthy” granola.
So, sometimes, it can be a good idea to cut back and be a bit more mindful of what you eat. Read food labels and avoid processed sugar when possible.
You are better off with natural sugars from fruits or honey. Not only will this help with your energy, but you’ll get great skin, too!
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7. Learn to Cook One Healthy Meal You Love
I know how busy we can all get. Sometimes, you feel like life rarely gives you a break. So, it can be so easy to just live on leftovers, takeouts, or boiling pasta. But this is just too sad.
Find a go-to meal that’s healthy, easy, and makes you feel good. Learn to make it.
That way, no matter how busy you get, you still have a solid option.
8. Start a Gratitude Practice
There are days when you feel amazing, your confidence is off the roof, and you feel like the best version of yourself.
But there are some when it just feels like a disaster. On such days, all you need is to remind yourself of all the things you’re grateful for.
That’s why starting a gratitude practice could go a long way to shift your mindset. Just jot down three things you’re grateful for each day and watch your mindset shift.
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9. Take Care of Your Gut Health
The gut is often called the second brain. This is because it has a direct link to the central nervous system through the gut-brain axis.
A healthy gut means great digestion, better immune health, improved brain health, and better mood.
I recommend loading up on probiotics, such as yogurt, other fermented foods like kimchi, and fiber-rich foods like fruits, whole grains, and vegetables.
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10. Make Mental Health a Priority
Your mental health should be your greatest priority, and there are so many ways you can improve it.
There are simple habits that you could easily include in your day, like journaling, deep-breathing exercises, somatic yoga, digital detoxing, or even meditation.
Don’t overthink it. Do what makes you feel good and relaxed.
11. Invest in Good Skincare
Skincare doesn’t have to be complicated, fancy, or even extremely expensive, but it does have to be a solid routine. So go ahead and invest in a good cleanser, moisturizer, and SPF.
12. Spend More Time with People Who Uplift You
I know you need to hear this one because we go wrong on many things when it comes to friends and family.
It is simple: if someone constantly drains you and adversely affects your mental health, it’s time to put some distance between you two. Surround yourself with people who inspire and support you.
After all, you are the sum of the people you spend the most time with; their energy, habits, and beliefs inevitably shape you.
13. Stretch Every Day
It might be bizarre, but you’ll never realize how stiff you are until you start stretching. It not only helps with your posture and overall flexibility but also helps with stress.
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14. Set Small, Realistic Goals
Nothing is better than trying to constantly better yourself with new resolutions and goals. It is the ultimate life goal to keep improving.
But let’s be honest, having massive goals that are sometimes unrealistic can be disappointing. This is particularly true when you don’t feel like your daily routine is contributing and helping with the big picture.
So, forget the pressure and try small, consistent goals that will lead to real change.
15. Keep Your Home Tidy (But Don’t Stress About Perfection)
A clean space helps with a clear mind. But don’t beat yourself up over a little mess.
All you need to do is make your bed in the morning, put things back where they belong, and maybe not let your laundry pile up. Keep it simple and be consistent.
16. Show Yourself More Compassion
You are the love of your life. This means that you need to show yourself compassion.
You’re doing the best you can, and you need to be kind to yourself.
Celebrate your wins no matter how small they may seem. Learn to silence your inner critic and move through life knowing you are your biggest hype man.
17. Make your bed
This seems simple enough. And I don’t want to risk sounding like your mom, but yes, you need to start your day by making your bed.
Not only is it amazing getting back to a made bed at night, but it’s also the first small win of the day.
This small win in the morning will subconsciously give you all the psych and motivation to achieve a thousand more small wins.
18. Get up and move on breaks.
I know how satisfying it can be to finally complete one task and automatically grab your phone for a quick social media scroll. I do this sometimes, and I know you do too.
And trust me, this is just about the worst thing you can do! You are better off stretching or taking a quick walk to refresh your mind.
19. Read every day
Want a little secret? Reading is literally the greatest life hack you can embrace because you can learn absolutely anything you want.
The list is endless, from self-help books to memoirs to inspiring fictional books.
Leap into a new world each time you grab a new read.
If you hate reading, go for audiobooks or podcasts.
20. Take the stairs or walk.
I know how busy your days can get, struggling to finish all the tasks on your to-do list and still get a whole hour for a HIIT gym class.
Well, sometimes, all you need to do is get a little more active. So next time, take the stairs instead of that escalator. You don’t need to overthink your fitness.
21. Say “no” when you want to say no.
Girl, we aren’t saying “yes” when we actually want to say “no” anymore. Being a tiny bit more selfish with your time, space, and mental energy won’t make you a terrible person. So practice with me, “no.”
22. Set your passwords to your favorite affirmations.
How often do you have to log in to your favorite apps daily? A lot of times, right?
Now imagine that you could have an instant mini-meditation whenever you had to log in to anything. It doesn’t have to be anything over the top or complicated, just simple affirmations like “I am grateful” or “ I am at peace.”
23. Get Enough Sleep
You need to get 7-9 hours of sleep every night.
Want to be more energetic? Want to boost your happiness hormones and overall mood? Get enough quality sleep every night.
Create a good sleep hygiene routine and stick to it.
Final Thoughts
You are already amazing, no matter who you are or however you are, but these little healthy habits for women can just be what you need to feel and be even more confident and awesome.
And you don’t need to embrace all 23.
Small changes do add up, and you are a masterpiece in progress.
So start with any of these healthy habits for women, and let’s do this!
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