Tips to #StayHome #StayStrong
We all look forward to planning our summertime adventures but for many of us, in light of the “new normal” we’re all living, those plans may look very different this year. As the season unfolds, we are all in this together and Epicure is here for you! To help you feel stronger—no matter what level of social distancing we may find ourselves—consider these #StrongerBody tips to stay resilient and maintain optimal health, all summer long.
EAT WELL TO LIVE WELL
Cooking at home is the only way to know exactly what you're fueling your body with. And with the right recipes, tools, and ingredients, it can be easier than you think!
Shake up your dinners with Good Food. Real Fast.™ Meal Kits—go raw to ready in 20 minutes using pantry staples you have on hand.
For meal plans galore, enjoy the printed two-week plan included in the Summer Strong Collection, plus the NEW 30-day Summer Strong digital meal plan now on epicure.com.
HEAL WHILE SLEEPING
Sleep Hack: The 4-7-8 Breathing Technique is from Dr. Andrew Weil, who first introduced it to help people alleviate anxiety and fall asleep quicker:
Step 1: Get into a comfortable position (sitting or lying in bed)
Step 2: Place the tip of your tongue behind your upper front teeth.
Step 3: Inhale for 4 seconds
Step 4: Hold your breath for 7 seconds
Step 5: Exhale (through your mouth) for 8 seconds
GET MOVING!
Staying safe doesn't mean you can't stay active! Regardless of age and fitness level, physical activity is beneficial for everyone and helps to keep bodies—and minds—strong. According to health experts, any activity is good for you and can be anything you enjoy doing whether it's doing yard work or working in your backyard garden, walking the dog... even just walking up and down the stairs at home! Looking for some quick and easy ways to squeeze in some moves into your day?
Try these sweat-savvy workouts you can easily do anywhere without any equipment. Why not connect with your online Epicure family and share your #SweatySelfie @epicureofficial?
Host a dance party with your family or a virtual one with your friends. Level up your footwork on Instagram or TikTok and work on your best “running man”!
Explore the great outdoors from a safe distance, or rediscover your fave childhood games. Hopscotch, skipping in your driveway, family fun games like badminton and bocci ball are some super “old school” places to start!
Happy summer!
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