It isn’t too late to make changes for the new year and we have ways you can make sure that you thrive in 2019! Feel a little better each and every day by implementing these new habits and make this year the year you made a lifestyle change. Shake up your routine and habits with these 9 tips.

Drink More Water

Water is Mother Nature’s gift to us. The benefits of water can fill up a book and that fact comes as no surprise as “up to 60% of the human adult body is water” according to The United States Geological Survey.

Workout Streak Challenge

How many weeks, in a row, can you hit the gym? Aim for a few days a week and challenge yourself (and a workout buddy) to consistently go week after week. The body craves routine and consistently hitting the gym will eventually turn into a habit your body will crave.

Start Bed Workouts

Get your blood flowing with some simple workouts you can do straight from your bed! Before getting out of bed, crisscross your legs a few times while lifting them a foot or two above your bed. You can also do leg lifts and arms circles to wake up the body.

Dim the Lights Before Bed

At least an hour before bed, exchange your phone for your favorite book to decrease your exposure to light. This light reduction will encourage your body to produce the sleep hormone melatonin.

Eat More Fresh Food

It’s easy to slip into diet restrictions to lose weight. Your body hates restrictions! Instead of restricting, simply add more fresh food to your diet. This ensures you eat more fresh food than processed food and doesn’t require you to restrict any food categories.

Eat a Non-Traditional Breakfast

There’s lots to benefit when eating leftovers for breakfast. Often, our dinners are loaded with energy boosting agents and eating it for breakfast can give you an extra boost in the morning!

Say “Hello” More Often

Many people cringe at the idea of small talk, but the fact is that small talk can help fulfill the need for human interaction. This fulfillment can increase your happiness overall throughout the day. Sometimes, you may shy from small talk because of the uncertainty of the talk, but the opportunity to make a connection is worth the leap!

Find a Role Model

For this new year, find a new or old role model to look up to. No matter how old you are, having someone to admire and aspire to be like can help you when you’re feeling lost or need inspiration. Look through magazines or research about notable people that do what you yearn to!

Embrace Vulnerability

This year is the year to be vulnerable. Sharing vulnerabilities with our closest friends and family is courageous and can actually enhance your connection. You’ll find that once you share yours, you will be given the same trust and your loved ones will share their vulnerabilities with you.

From a healthy diet and exercise plan to emotional well-being, these 9 tips will help to improve your overall health little by little each day. Consistency is key when creating habits so aim to repeat these actions most of the week. “Falling off the wagon” is natural so if you skip a day or even week, simply pick yourself up and try it again!