5 Foundational Health Tips for the Busy Woman

Dec 20, 2021

 by Hannah Bouldin

If there's one thing that holds true, it's that modern society has never been busier. While new advances in technology have led to the creation of faster and more efficient workflows, we're also just juggling so much more in terms of workload and responsibilities.

Career-minded women have definitely had to struggle with juggling a work-life balance. Sometimes the best tool for success isn't an organized spreadsheet, or a killer presentation— sometimes, it's as simple as going back to basics. You need proper nutrition and habits to get the energy to work at your best. Here are our top 5 tips for keeping your health and performance up, even on a busy schedule.

Cooking Smart

You've probably heard of meal prepping, and how it's being touted as the best way to get all your nutrition in on a busy schedule. It's tougher than it sounds, however, and it can be hard to find time on the weekend to cook meals for the whole week.

We've found a way around this mini food crisis, as you'll find in our previous article on the FabYOUlous Fitness blog. When you don't have the energy for meal prepping, you can simply pre-cook ingredients in batches a couple of times a week. This makes prepping your meals easier and more convenient, without the stress of full-on meal prep.

Boosting With Supplements

There's no shame in asking for a little help every once in a while. While a well-balanced diet is often enough to keep your engines going, sometimes you need a little boost.

Brightcore recommends ACV gummies for doing just that. These gummies are natural supplements made from organic apple cider vinegar. They're portable, tasty, and can improve your energy levels and digestive health. If you're looking for a delicious health booster, gummies are the way to go.

Mindful Snacking

Snacking intermittently throughout the day is often better than binge eating at meals, but picking the right snacks is crucial. Obviously, healthier is better, but when you're on a tight schedule it can be tough to put together healthy sandwiches or treats.

Luckily, ShareCare has a list of healthy snacks that busy women can take advantage of. You can try making your own trail mix and adding in your favorite healthy treats, or go simple with a wedge of good cheese and some fruit. Greek yogurt cups are also a great and healthy way to get your energy up with none of the guilt.

Simple and Regular Exercise

Exercise is one of the best ways you can keep yourself healthy, but it can be tough to hit the gym after a long day at work. You don't have to take an all-or-nothing approach when it comes to fitness. In fact, basic exercise is better than nothing, and if a few stretches at your desk are all you can manage during the busy season then good for you.

Women's Health endorses simple desk exercises like arm curls, seated torso twists, and calf raises. Doing these exercises for a few reps at a time during your work day is often enough to get your blood pumping, and might even put you in a better mood for the rest of your day.

Better Sleep

Sleep is one of the pillars of good health. Not only does it help refresh your energy, it also keeps your immune system strong and repairs your body. Unfortunately, it's a rare commodity on a busy schedule, and can often be sacrificed for other things.

You might think you're just too busy to get a full night's sleep, but that simply isn't true. Forbes says even busy professionals can get some rest, as long as you create a night time routine to wind down, and invest in quality beddings. You can even take power naps during the day to keep your energy up and to stop feeling so exhausted. Sleep is important for a healthier, happier life, so make sure you don't skip out on it.