While many of us yearn for a better summer body, this doesn’t mean that you can’t kick start a health and fitness routine in autumn. The good news is that improving your health and fitness doesn’t have to be hard work, although there are additional challenges presented during the holiday season.

Sure, building an athletic, cover-model body is not easy. But if your objective is simply to feel a little healthier, look a little better, and put a bit of a pep in your step, then you have plenty of simple options. Best of all, these options really work if you remain consistent.

Not to mention, these easy hacks for improving your body come full circle for a better well-being, too.

Swap All Your Drinks for Water
Recent studies suggest that swapping all your drinks for water can make huge differences to your energy levels, your weight loss, and even your mental focus. It’s also been proven that water helps speed up weight loss. The reason for this is not only that you’ll be putting fewer empty calories into your body, but also that you’ll be increasing your metabolism to burn fat at a faster and more efficient rate.

Catch Some Extra ZZZs
It’s no secret that it’s more difficult to get out of bed during fall and winter. Why not use this to your advantage? Getting some extra sleep will help you feel well-rested while gaining more energy. This energy can be used to burn off at the gym or simply get more things done on your to-do list.

Walk More
Sure, summer is a popular time to take a stroll through the park, but why not enjoy the autumn scenery? If one long walk isn’t an option, aim to add 3 10-minute walking segments during your day—which adds up to a daily 30-minutes’ worth of exercise. This will burn calories as well as improve your resting heart rate.

A lower resting heart rate means that you’ll feel calmer and less stressed, and will reduce your chances of developing heart disease and other serious health issues.

Meditate
Can’t squeeze in any exercise? Try some daily meditation. Just 5 minutes a day is an easy habit to form, especially when you’re pressed for time. Set a timer for five minutes before you start your day and tackle the tasks ahead in calmer and happier state of mind.

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