Despite December being a month of parties and celebrations, it can also be a pretty miserable time of year. When Christmas and all its festivities are over we find ourselves in a celebration defunct with the depressing months of January and February looming. It can be a cold, dark, damp and uninspiring time and the shorter days and longer nights are natural mood depressors for everyone.
It is therfore all too easy to slip into a bit of depressed state at this time of year. Many hide inside and hibernate or resort to mood boosting snacking and comfort eating. And when trying to be healthy, this is precisely the opposite of what you should do. So this week we are going to talk about things that you could or should do to boost your mood and to avoid the negative impact of the winter months on your mood.
No 1 on the list is exercise. It has been proved by many studies that exercise - any exercise - will help lift your mood. So whatever you do, do not simply sit inside and watch TV. Get up and get out. You will feel better for it!
Gyms do not need to be expensive and can be worth their weight as they provide the ideal facilities to get you moving in comfort. I love watching my favourite TV programmes and music stations with earphones whilst jogging and cycling on the machines. I get to watch them in peace without the constant interruptions at home. You have the opportunity to shower and then relax and reap the rewards (such as glowing skin and a great nights sleep).
Another option is to just simply go for a walk to get some natural uplift from the fresh air and enjoy the sights and sounds of your surroundings. Even the chance of seeing people will lift your spirits if you've been stuck indoors on your own all day.
Cycling has become increasingly popular and safer cycle paths are provided in most towns to make it a safe and invigorating entertainment for many. It can be really uplifting whizzing down country lanes alone or with friends and family.
Team games or competitive sports can also be great to get you out. Why not join a golf or tennis club? Learn a new sport such as badminton or squash. Or take up swimming at your local sports hall. It does not need to be expensive or hardcore to make a difference to your wellbeing.
Get outside and get active and I promise you will feel so much better.
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