What with all of us bring stuck in our homes this season; we have a lot of time on our hands to focus on our health and wellness. Taking inspiration from the following celebrities might help kickstart our self care regimens for sure; and there’s a lot we can learn from. These women shared how they make time to look after themselves, whether that’s with a workout, meditation, or eating foods that make them feel best. Here are some ideas you’ll definitely want to borrow.
Tori Kelly
“I try to get a full 30 minute workout in at least 5 days a week but, if I’m honest, there are some days I just don’t feel like doing anything. On those days I have found a way to still keep the momentum going by doing 40 push-ups, 40 dips, 40 sit-ups, & 40 squats. It’s such a quick little routine that I don’t even think about it and I can go on with my day knowing I did something active!”
Precious Lee
“As a model, it’s my job to know my angles and my body for posing for the camera. But saying affirmations and dancing while in the mirror has become part of my self-care routine. Dancing in general makes me feel present and alive, but adding in positive sayings to myself makes me feel empowered before starting my day. Even if you aren’t a dancing machine like me (which you probably are and if you aren’t, try it!) looking in the mirror and saying something as simple as ‘I am amazing, I will conquer this meeting today, I will book this job today, I’m inspiring, I’m capable,’ can put you in the right place mentally and emotionally before you leave your home.
The dancing part just makes things more fun and freeing. Afterwards I feel energized to take on whatever may happen outside of my door. Society can beat you up with all the stereotypical expectations and ideals, but when you have something you do for yourself to combat that on a regular basis, you will realize that you are an indomitable spirit. ”
Sepideh Moafi
“First thing I do when I wake up is read something that’ll wiggle my senses, usually a poem. It’s important to me (especially with a busy schedule) to carve out the time to rev up my creativity. As I get ready I stream the news online to keep up with current events, then by the time I’m in the kitchen I’m on to music. Music alters my state so depending on what I’m craving; I’ll listen to anything from Bach to Calvin Harris.
I am a fiend for exercise, so if I’m not working that morning I’ll take a class. While classes keep me motivated and strong, I have a passion for Argentinean tango which gives me a deep physical, emotional, and spiritual connection to my body. I truly believe your health is all about finding that internal/external balance. I’m still on a lifelong quest for that sweet spot, but these activities help keep my mind and body primed.”
“I am one of those people who loves to exercise, not only for what it does to my body but for what it does for my mind. When I’m working on UnReal, I become a Tracy Anderson DVD junkie. I’m given 1 hour in the morning to get ready before we start shooting and I use 15 minutes to do my hair and makeup and the other 45 minutes to work out. Yes, it helps with staying fit but it also emotionally puts me in the right headspace to be around 150 people all day long. It can be exhausting just talking to that many people, in addition to acting and all of that so I have found that my workout time is critical to having a positive and productive day.
I also have a pedometer on my cellphone which I would conveniently wear in my character’s fanny pack and I make it a point to reach between 8-10k steps a day since I don’t have time to get the cardio in at a gym. What I’ve found is that if I can’t get all 45 minutes in every day, even 15 minutes makes a difference and so I do what the day allows—it’s almost just about making the effort and knowing I’ve given it my best shot.”
“Whenever I’m feeling stressed out, I always find a way to get back to nature. Getting away from the loud city noise and the traffic is good for my soul. I also feel spending time with animals helps rejuvenate me.”
“Every morning I do three things before I get out of bed. It is five minutes of ‘me time’ to set my mind right for the day.
The first thing I do when the alarm goes off is smile. Every day is a gift! Smiling is the first gift I can give myself and science has proven that it releases endorphins, dopamine, serotonin and makes you more attractive.
The second thing I do is scroll through my email but I do not open up anything from work. Years ago I signed up for these different inspirational quote sites and it is my favourite thing to read. My two favourite are Insight of the Day and The Universe.
And finally I drink a half litre of water with lemon that I prepared the night before while reading these quotes, short stories or personal inspirations from others and reflect on how it applies to me. I don’t curse that the alarm has gone off, I don’t fly out of bed and rush the morning. No matter what time my day starts, I am sure to set the alarm five minutes earlier to do all that I can to set myself up for success. I am a trainer and know the way muscles work but I tell my clients, your brain is the most powerful muscle. It can make us or break us. After those 5 minutes, I feel ready to take on the day and I get out of the bed on the ‘right side!'”
