3 Ways to Take Care of Your Heart this Valentine’s Day
Each February, the American Heart Association (AHA) observes American Heart Month just in time for the holiday that is all about what the heart wants — but even more important is what the heart needs. Challenge yourself to take these steps in taking care of your heart health this Valentine’s Day for the confidence and energy to “give” your heart to that special someone!
1. Eat Well
What’s more romantic than cooking a meal for your loved one on Valentine’s Day? Breakfast in bed, or a candlelit dinner? Cooking at home allows you to make a nutritious, yet tasty choice for both you and your partner that is heart healthy. Whether you cook for them, or make a meal together, you get to choose what you put into your body!
Our Whole30: Online Healthy Eating Program is a great resource if you are just beginning your nutrition journey. The program is a 30-day, hassle-free guide that teaches you nutrition techniques for a healthier lifestyle. The personalized program could be exactly what you and your partner might need to get through the February cold.
2. Move More
Love is still in the air — and so is the opportunity to move! The Winter months can make it difficult to get up and move. But staying active, even through the harsh cold of February, is vital to a healthy heart. Regular movement strengthens your heart muscles and keeps them healthy, but movement doesn’t have to mean going on a run or to the gym. There are countless ways you and your partner can get outside and move together this month. Ice skating, skiing, and snowboarding could be the perfect date for you and your snow-loving partner, keeping you active while sharing a memory together. If that’s not your speed, bundling up to go on a quick 20 minute walk before or after your Valentine’s meal or trying out our Vibration Plate service will get your heart rate up, increase your blood flow, and overall strength!
3. Practice Mindfulness
As important as it is to move this Winter, it is equally as important to take the time to relax both your body and mind. Daily mindfulness can reduce stress, which can reduce blood pressure and inflammation. Meditating daily, or practicing deep breathing is a simple, yet effective way to reduce stress. Mindfulness is also something you and your significant other can practice together this Valentine’s Day with any of our spa services such as our Salt Therapy or Ioncleanse Foot Detox which are all beneficial for reducing stress and anxiety and restoring a sense of calm to you and your partner’s minds!
Taking Care of Your Heart Starts Here
A healthy heart can change the game for your overall health. This Valentine’s Day, you and your partner can start your health journey together by taking the time to practice the simple, yet necessary steps for managing heart health. Our nutritional and wellness services offer a variety of benefits with your heart in mind.
February is American Heart Month! Take care of the heart by booking you and your partner a Wellness Review today!