5 WAYS TO BOOST YOUR LIFESTYLE THIS SPRING

. 5 LITTLE WAYS TO BOOST YOUR LIFESTYLE THIS SPRING .

I always get really excited for Spring, for me it’s a hopeful time, it’s hope of sunshine, fun afternoons spent in the park, long evenings around the BBQ, more effortless and carefree style, sun kissed skin and all my favourite foods & drinks. Whilst i’m definitely not one for making drastic changes season to season, Spring is always a time of year where I feel re-energised and excited for things to come, and a time where I seem to naturally kick start my lifestyle a little. Get a little more active. Healthier. Active.

The term ‘Spring Clean’ feels really relevant to me … i’m sure it’s origination must have come from everyone feeling the same way at this time of year. But Spring cleaning your life is one thing that I like to embrace at this time of year, and so whilst i’m doing my own little lifestyle spring clean, I thought i’d share some of my tips & ideas for how you too can give your lifestyle a little boost & re-energisation!

#1 START THE MORNING WITH A JUICE

First of all, with slightly warmer days and lighter mornings, getting up early & starting your day in an energised and healthy manner is one way of really kick start your lifestyle for Spring. There’s something about warmer weather that makes me want to eat well, drink well and live well, and so starting my day with a fresh juice is always a good way to ensure i’m getting a health boost, eating breakfast (which i’m notoriously awful with during the week) and generally giving my body a well needed detox after a Winter of naughty eating & too much red wine.

#2 WALK

The second thing to do when Spring arrives is to get a little more active, hopefully long gone are the days of drizzly weather and freezing winds, and so choosing a more active way of getting about is an easy way of getting those muscles back in gear and also getting you out and about enjoying the fresh air and boosting your serotonin levels.

Why not boost your lifestyle this spring by taking a cycle on the weekend, walking to meet friends rather than getting the bus or train, strolling to the shops rather than driving and just generally getting a little more active. You’ll be thankful by the time you’re getting into your bikini that you took the stairs rather than the lift …

#3 VISIT THE SEASIDE

I absolutely LOVE the seaside, it’s such a peaceful, happy place to me, that I love to hit the beach as much as I possibly can. Being a south west girl i’m used to living a quick 30 minutes from beautiful south coast beaches and so whenever I can I try and have a little day trip to the seaside, even if it’s just for a walk or a little picnic.

Jase and I took a little trip to Mudeford a couple of weekends ago for a long cliff walk and fresh lobster lunch on the seafront, there’s nothing like clear blue skies, fresh sea and beautiful little beach huts to boost your emotions & get you excited for summer holidays.

As soon as Spring arrives … plan a trip to the seaside!

#4 THROW A BBQ

Any excuse for a BBQ … as soon as the sunshine appears i’m straight on the BBQ front. In fact I think I had my first bbq of the year in March. I always have my annual BBQ for my birthday in April and Jase & I love a good barbie when the sun’s shining. BBQ’s incorporate all my favourite things, sausages, pimms, fresh home made salads, sunshine and al fresco dining … oh and of course friends and family.

So dust off your cobwebs and organise a little BBQ get together!

#5 SPRING CLEAN

It wouldn’t be a spring lifestyle boost if I didn’t talk about taking the time and change in season to have a spring clean – not just a house clean (which is always well needed after the Winter months of keeping the windows locked shut & barely getting fresh air and daylight into your home), but wardrobe and routine spring clean too.

I never actively think about doing a Spring clean, but inevitably every year at this time I end up giving my home a little overhaul (this season of course upgrading my bedroom with a little beauty & shelving area), clearing out my wardrobe & ordering myself a few new clothing treats (any excuse to shop) and also taking a little check of my health too … usually Spring (and the imminent bare legged season) makes me realise how much I should hit the gym a little & cut down on those cosy evenings in front of the fire with my favourite takeaway.

Taking the opportunity to spring cleaning your lifestyle, your home, personal style and even daily routines is a great way to make some positive little tweaks to boost your overall wellbeing.

So there we go, 5 ways to boost your lifestyle this Spring, nothing major, but for me, these little things really improve my lifestyle and also just get my re-energised and excited for the summer months to come!

What are your favourite things to do in Spring? Do you have any tips for boosting your lifestyle at this time of year?