Healthy Study Tips
Lots of studyblrs want to lose weight/improve their health. But with a busy schedule and classes/work, how should we go about it?
1. Get enough sleep.
All-nighters should be an absolute last resort. A healthy body and brain start with a good night’s sleep. Different people need different amounts of sleep so figure out what works best for you. If you wake up and go to sleep within an hour of the same time, your body will not need to rely on alarms as often.
2. Drink water as soon as you wake up.
You’ve just slept for approx. 8 hours. During that time you did not drink any water. Make sure to drink some right when you wake up. This may also help with some hunger.
3. Eat breakfast before you start your day.
You burn calories while you sleep. Your brain needs the energy to wake up and start the day.
4. Start with a breakfast of protein.
If you’re American (like me) we tend to eat too many carbs and way too much sugar. Eating a breakfast full of protein (eggs, meats, etc.) will help balance your meals/macros for the rest of the day and give you the energy you need.
5. Walk to the library or cafe or on small errands.
You’ve probably heard that you should walk 10,000 steps a day. You probably don’t need that many, but you should aim to increase your levels of activity. Walk short distances, take the stairs, do what you can to move more.
6. If you’re a coffee shop studyblr, watch your calories.
Lots of people (including myself) like to drink coffee while they study. If you have a favorite, check the nutritional information of your order. You’d be surprised how much sugar and fat is in some of the popular drinks. Drink tea without sweetener, switch out milk for almond or coconut milk, or order a smaller size. If you order pastries with your coffee, try a healthier snack or choose a lower calorie option.
7. Walk around, stretch, move.
Even if you walk some time during the day, you should get up from your desk often and move around, usually every hour or so.
8. Put cooking meals on your to-do list.
Eating right is incredibly important. If you add meals to your list, you’re more likely to eat them and planning them makes sure you’re eating proper meals (instead of snacking all day).
9. In the same way, add exercise onto your to-do list.
You should take breaks from studying through the day. One of those breaks should include some exercise. Do about a half an hour of activity. Walk, run, do yoga, take an exercise class, whatever you like!
10. Prioritize your health over your grades.
No grade, no paper, no application, nothing is more important than your health. There are solutions to grades and failure, but your health cannot always spring back to normal. Take care of yourself, be safe, and study hard!
