With the sun shining and the days stretching longer, there’s no better time to imbibe good health practices while enjoying the natural environment. Even with the heat, summer is the perfect time to embrace the outdoors for your overall wellbeing. Great mental health habits include outside time especially in the sun. With time out in the high temps, we need to be sure to be (as always in every season) staying hydrated inside and out.
Reducing Screen Time
Summer evenings provide the perfect opportunity to cut back on screen time and get moving. Swap the evening TV binge for a leisurely bike ride as the sun sets, or take a night walk under the stars. These activities don’t just offer exercise; they also provide a much-needed break from digital screens that become more of a habit during the colder months. It’s simple, rewarding, and a great way to enjoy the summer vibes.
Seasonal Produce
This is our favorite time to eat seasonal. A joy of the summer season is all the fresh produce. Not only is it a great way to get different vitamins and minerals as well as antioxidants and fiber in its freshest forms but it can make for a joyful addition to your time outside with farmers markets in full-swing. Whether in a morning yogurt or just by the handful.
Morning Walks and Weekend Relaxation
Greet the day with a morning walk. It doesn’t need to be strenuous; a gentle stroll to welcome the daylight can do wonders for your spirit. Picnics are great, but sometimes it’s just too much to plan. Even a simple coffee on a park bench can bring that seasonal enjoyment. Summer activities like time at the beach or poolside lounging invite us to slow down. While we tend to pick-up the pace during the warmer months, time near waters often offers a gentle reminder to slow down. Take moments to pause, watch the waves roll in, finish that book under a shady tree. Summer brings many opportunities to relax, we just need to remember to embrace it.
Summer Skincare
We love summer skin— fresh and sun-kissed, as if you just walked off the beach. To attain this we need a ritual that not only nurtures but also protects. Starting with an antioxidant-rich cleanser followed by a vitamin C serum, your morning routine prepares and protects your skin for the day. Hydrate with a light yet rich moisturizer and shield your skin with a broad-spectrum, mineral sunscreen, reapplying throughout the day. After a day embracing the sun, in the evening, a gentle exfoliant clears away impurities, while a nurturing night oil or balm supports the skin’s natural healing cycle.
Dust Off Your Bike
Finally, challenge yourself to swap your car for a bike whenever possible. Biking is not only a great way to move your body, but it’s also provides a way to slow down and cherish all that this season brings. Most cities now offer bike rentals through apps like uber, so if owning one isn’t feasible it’s never been easier to bike around town. Whether it’s commuting to work, heading to the farmers market or visiting a friend, let the bike be your go-to summer ride.
As with every season, summer opens up countless possibilities to inject new life into our wellness routines. By spending time outdoors, drinking plenty of water, reducing screen time, eating fresh, and caring for our skin, we can harness the season’s energy for our holistic wellbeing. So let’s bask in the sun and make this summer a time of invigorating change.
