As the lockdown continues, the novelty of being at home has definitely worn off for the majority of us. The last few weeks may have felt similar to an extended Christmas break, with a lack of routine and a respite from the daily grind. However with no end in sight for the lockdown, instead of sitting idle and waiting for it to be over, it is important to have a routine for the sake of our physical and mental health.
The key factors of a good routine are exercise, sleep, and eating.
Although we only have a 2km exercise limit from our homes, that is still enough to get a decent run or walk, just be creative and do different loops so you don’t get bored. Being outside will help top up your levels of vitamin D, which is known to help fight viral infections. If the weather is bad why not try a home workout from Joe Wicks, or your local gym will probably have something on its social media channels.
Close proximity to the fridge, coupled with sheer boredom, can make our eating habits spiral out of control. It is important to try stick to meal times as normal to ensure we are getting the nutrition and energy we need to fight the virus. Check out the recipes on the Evergreen Healthfoods website for wholesome, nutritious, meal ideas.
It is vital to keep sleep patterns under control to avoid under sleeping, we may not have the early alarm clock calls any more but that is no reason to stay up all night on a Netflix binge. Sleep is an essential part of keeping your immune system healthy and giving you the energy you need to fight the virus. Also, if you are exercising more than ever, it will aid your recovery and get you ready for the next workout.
Evergreen's seven health food stores in Galway city and county remain open. The company is also offering a call and collect service for all stores; just call your nearest store before 4pm, pay over the phone, and the team will contact you when it is ready for collection.
