{"id":28310,"date":"2021-12-31T07:00:40","date_gmt":"2021-12-31T12:00:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/restonic.com\/sin-categorizar\/property-brothers-2019-resolutions"},"modified":"2022-09-16T16:25:22","modified_gmt":"2022-09-16T20:25:22","slug":"property-brothers-2019-resolutions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/restonic.com\/es\/blog-es\/property-brothers-2019-resolutions","title":{"rendered":"Hosts of HGTV\u2019s Property Brothers Get Serious About Sleep in the New Year"},"content":{"rendered":"

New year, new you \u2013 and a smorgasbord of easy-to-do, healthy habits<\/h2>\n

By Drew & Jonathan Scott<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

\"DrewIf you\u2019re like many Americans, you make New Year\u2019s resolutions<\/a> at the end of the year, a promise to yourself to be a better you. Good job! According to the Better Sleep Council\u2019s Sleep Resolutions Survey, 88% of Americans make at least one resolution leading up to New Year’s Eve. Unfortunately, less than 17% of us make it to the end of the month with any wins on our resolutions.<\/p>\n

Ouch! What are we doing wrong?<\/p>\n

Maybe our goals are too complex or unrealistic. Many of us struggle to adopt healthy habits but ignore one (or more) of the three essential pillars of good health: sleep, physical activity and a healthy diet.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t be discouraged. Start with smaller, easier-to-achieve goals that lead to bigger wins.<\/p>\n

7 super simple resolutions you can actually keep this year<\/h2>\n

\"Sticking1. Stick to a smart sleep routine, even on the weekend<\/strong>.\u00a0If you\u2019re sleeping less than 7 hours each night, fortify your foundation with a commitment to better sleep. Use your smartphone to remind you when it\u2019s time to begin your bedtime routine<\/a>. If your current sleep schedule is all over the map, ease into your new routine slowly and celebrate the small wins, knowing it will get easier as time goes on.<\/p>\n

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\"eat2. Eat something green every day<\/strong>. Many of us don\u2019t get enough fruits and vegetables \u2013 but small changes will help improve overall health. Start your day with a delicious,\u00a0healthy smoothie<\/a>. Throw a handful of greens into your chili. Snack on veggies instead of chips. Opt for a side salad instead of fries. If you\u2019re concerned about cost, remember that frozen veggies have the same (or more) nutrients as fresh and are often cheaper.<\/p>\n

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\"get3. Move a bit more<\/strong>. If joining a gym and committing time and energy to a workout schedule<\/a> is overwhelming, try a standing desk, taking the stairs or parking at the far end of the lot. If the idea of getting 10,000 steps each day is intimidating, challenge yourself to move a few more each week than you did the week before \u2013 and use a\u00a0fitness tracker<\/a> to help measure your progress.<\/p>\n

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\"social4. Get social in real life<\/strong>. One of the greatest predictors for a\u00a0happy, healthy, long life<\/a> is a feeling of belonging and community \u2013 so get out there! Go for coffee or dinner with a friend, expand your social circles with a club or activity or host a get-together. Life is meant to be shared in real time, not on Facebook or Twitter.<\/p>\n

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\"Essential5. Clear out the clutter<\/strong>. It might sound crazy, but your\u00a0cluttered bedroom<\/a> could be quietly stealing your sleep. A cluttered bedroom can make for a mixed-up anxious mind that can\u2019t relax naturally into sleep. If a good night\u2019s sleep is the sacrificial lamb of a full and busy life, consider this your wake-up call to create your own sleep sanctuary.<\/p>\n

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\"keep6. Unplug early in the evening<\/strong>. That harmless email that you think needs to be sent before sleep may be slowly pushing out much-needed sleep<\/a>. Work, social media and all electronics hyper-stimulate the eyes, making your precious sleep less effective AND shorter. Experts recommend\u00a0turning off electronics<\/a> at least 60 minutes before bedtime.<\/p>\n

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\"Prepare7. Prepare for sleep like an athlete<\/strong>. When you go to the gym, you need the right gear \u2013 shoes, shorts and your favorite playlist. When you want better sleep, you need the best performance gear too: a supportive mattress<\/a>, the right pillow and a sleep environment designed to optimize your sleep health.<\/p>\n

Rest well & wake up ready to go!<\/h2>\n

Better sleep gives rise to better mornings, bringing your goals into focus and dreams within reach. Hungry for more sleep info? Dig into these posts:<\/p>\n