As we come to the end of another weekend, it is important to prepare ourselves for the upcoming week. We are more likely to be successful if we have a plan. Having a purposeful plan and knowing what goals you want to achieve is the key to a good week!
Start off by taking time to think about where you are mentally. How are you feeling? Do you feel excited about the upcoming week or anxious? Are you feeling positive or negative about how things are going? Work to change your mindset to a positive, excited mindset for the new week. Life might not be perfect, whose is?, but we can change our mindset about how we will handle things. Focus on creating a positive outlook today.
Next, consider what goals you want to achieve this week. Do you want to eat better, get at least 4 workouts in, or drink more water and less soda? Decide what fitness and health goals you want to crush this week and write them down!
A great way to prepare for healthy eating this week is to meal prep. Decide what meals you want to serve this week, collect the necessary ingredients, and pre-make a few meals. Meal prepping is great when you are short on time during the week. It allows you to still eat clean, rather then reaching for unhealthy convenience foods. I also love prepping ready-to-grab snacks. I am less likely to eat junk if I have a healthy option ready.
Another way to plan for a successful week is to actually plan out your week. What do you need to accomplish? What workouts are you going to do? Write it down! When you have a plan and schedule what needs to get done, you are more likely to follow through and accomplish it. Take time to sit down and write out what workouts you will do, what other important things that you need to accomplish. Then check them off your list this week as you complete it. It is so satisfying to check things off of a list!
Starting a new week can feel overwhelming when you are surrounded by a mess. At least, that is how I feel. Take time to clean up your space today, so you feel ready for the week. Put those dishes and laundry away, sweep the floors, clean off your desk, and prepare the space you need for exercising. Having things in order makes life seem easier. I hate the thought of waking up Monday morning and having to clean. It just creates a negative space in my head. Knowing that e writhing is done before I go to bed helps me sleep better and feel more prepared for the week.
The last thing to do to prepare for the new week is to relax! Take time to read a book, go for a walk, stretch, or watch a movie with your family. Give yourself time to re-energize and decompress. Press the pause button on your troubles and worries and just chill.
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