Have you recently been under the weather?
It is definitely that time of the year! From Thanksgiving through the winter, it seems as though catching a cold or a virus is inevitable! For some, it is barely a blip in their day-to-day life but for others, it’s a struggle to push through and carry on with day to day life, let alone crush a health or fitness goal! Hope is on the horizon!
These tips will help you get back to feeling well and energized after you’ve been down and out. Before you know it, you’ll be back to feeling like yourself again - or even better!
Focus on micronutrients. - When you’re sick, your appetite may be affected. Focusing on whole food nutrition will help your body heal. Choose meals loaded with nutrients like a fruit and veggie smoothie packed with our FASTer Way protein, a warm mug of bone broth, and hearty soups.
Stay Hydrated. - Hydration is ALWAYS critical, but it’s especially important when sick. Water flushes out toxins, helps regulate your body temperature, and brings nutrients to cells! Strive to drink half of your body weight in ounces every day. To stay on top of your hydration, use the FASTer Way water tracker in our app to take the guesswork out of how much water you are drinking.
REST. REST. REST. - It’s OK to miss a workout. During rest, your body recovers and your immune system strengthens. Allow your body the rest it needs to recover quickly.
Lean into Intermittent Fasting - If possible, stick to intermittent fasting as much as you can. The benefits, even while sick, are key – cellular repair, inflammation reduction, improved stress response. You can always flex your fasting window if needed, because intermittent fasting is an eating schedule - not a diet.
Reconnect to your routine. - Then, as you slowly start to feel better, reconsider your habits while you plan to get back into your health and wellness routine. Reach out to your FASTer Way coach or accountability group to reconnect into those healthy habits again!
The beauty of the FASTer Way commUNITY is the support that you will receive whether you are in the midst of an illness, recovering from one, or having a hard time bouncing back. Our certified coaches and fellow clients will encourage you to stay the course and remember your “why.” If you want a wellness program that supports you through the ups and the downs, consider the FASTer Way to Fat Loss. You’ll be so glad that you did!
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