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7 Healthy Habits to Adopt in Your Twenties
The trial and error period of our life also known as the 20’s is the one that impacts our future most crucially. The habits you develop in this decade of your life, in the 20’s, decide how well you will age. While living healthy is not our priority in this decade, here are a few healthy habits to adopt in your twenties for a better lifestyle:
Get 7-8 hours of sleep:
Being in my early twenties myself, I know very well, that our nights do not end before 4 a.m. and sleeping halfway through the day isn’t possible, so we cut back on sleep but do not cut back on the fun.
While the fun lasts, you won’t notice how vulnerable the lack of sleep leaves your body, weakening it.
Not to forget those eye bags that make you look like a zombie. Trust me, no one likes them, not even your better half. Create a sleep routine and get at least 7-8 hours of sleep. Start your day fresh, and make the most of it. Remember, sleeping more is as dangerous as sleeping less, so, don’t risk it.
Care for Your Skin:
Beauty might not be your strong suite but taking care of your skin should be your priority. You don’t have to be a beauty expert to take care of your skin. Just put on the sunscreen when you go out in the sun, don’t forget to moisturise in winters, don’t pop those zits and don’t ignore strange marks. All fun and no care makes Jack an Ugly boy.
Cut Back On Sugars
Gaining weight is the easiest thing in this world, and Sugars are the primary source of it. To cut back on sugars, avoid your excessive sugar intake in the form of aerated soft drinks, cereals with added sugars, etc. Why? Excessive sugar intake can cause disease as dangerous as diabetes along with making you obese and even heart diseases. That should be reason enough to ditch your sweet tooth in your twenties, isn’t it?
Set and Follow an Exercise Routine:
Staying fit is the utmost necessity to live a happier and a longer life. Go to the gym and lose those extra pounds. If you’re not comfortable or can’t go to the gym, you can try Yoga or Zumba; I hear they are much more fun. Set a routine aimed at your fitness goal and follow it religiously at least four days a week. Give yourself a break on Sunday. Trust me; it’s worth it.
Also, read- 20 Things You’ll Learn in Your Twenties
Be one with Nature:
Nature offers immense beauty, for free! Leave your gadgets behind and spend a day with nature. Go to a park or see the sunset, get a taste of the fresh air and relax. Let all the stress go away. It is the best therapy that there is.
Look after your body:
Your body is your heaven, and if you take it for granted, the horror it’ll leave you with will be too horrible even to imagine. The adrenaline in your body is bound to be high in this decade, but that doesn’t mean you put your body at risk for the sake of that momentary adventure that might or might not result in a good memory. Don’t let your body scar, don’t go crazy over scary selfies. Go for a morning walk, go hiking, trekking, give your bones enough movement to make them stronger.
Make A ‘Things Not To Do List.’
Source: tamiboehmer.comThis ‘Things NOT TO DO list’ should contain all the things that you do that make you unproductive. To make the most of your time and talent, this is an absolute requirement. Put everything on the list that doesn’t result in making your productive. For example, binge watching your favourite shows, playing games on your PS or PC, spending time on social media, etc.
So, these are seven healthy habits to adopt in your twenties to make your coming decades better and beautiful. Pin it:
What is that one healthy habit that you have adopted in your twenties or that you think you should have? Let me know in the comments!
Travelling solo, This is one of the late findings.. When you travel solo you will discover yourself a lot more.
Going solo at a entrely new places, new languages, new culture makes its more challenging. It’s fun exploring, and introverts can become extroverts too. I have experienced this very recently, Maza agaaya! By this, next year onwards there is so much of traveling to do.
Books; Reading books one of the cool habits, not college books they sucks. But related to life hacks, motivaiton, and whatever you like. Books are like, learning from other mistakes and you dont have to make it. The progress you make after reading the book is exponential.
Never settle, and never stop learning. keep trying out of the comfort zone, and improving every day.
Hope this adds value to the post 🙂
Twenties boy!
Travelling solo is totally the best therapy there is, Suresh, no doubt. Thanks for sharing your insights, it sure does add value to the post! 🙂
Wonderful tips …another well written and informative piece.
Thanks so much, Sara! xx
I wish I read this a year back, I’m not twenty yet, (turning 18 in less than a week!) but I learnt the hard way that my body is my temple and I need to treat it right.
Awesome advice 🙂
I hope you put these to use now, and I’m glad you’ve learned, even if you did the hard way! xx
I will simply say that by the time you are in your 60’s (which I am), you will be grateful for having done every one of these things – or suffering because you didn’t.
Thanks for this insight, Alana, I’m doing my best to treat my body right! xx
I do need to care for my skin more and I could cut back on sugars a little more. That would help a lot! Thanks for sharing.
You’re very welcome, Briana! We can all cut back on those sugars! xx
sleep and skincare are my biggest ones! I only recently developed a really good skincare routine with serum, cleanser, toner, moisturizer (the whole lot!) it’s made such a difference and sleep, I get so groggy and can’t function without enough of it!
Oh, sounds really soothing. Have you shared your routine in a blog post? Would love to check it out, Ellie! xx
You are so right, , Radhika…each point is so true…esp, ‘My NOT to-do list’…that’s one list we all need to make, whether we are in our 20s or our 40s….
Great post!
Thanks so much, Shilpa! I learned about the ‘Not to Do list’ from my brother! 🙂
I love your insight on having a happy life. I definitely think that being healthy, fit and happy is key but also using creativity and travelling is something we should do as well in our 20s!
xoxo
Isaly Holland
http://www.memoriesbyisaly.com
Thanks and rightly said, Isaly! xx
Good advice. The sooner you start the better habit it will be.
Right, Rose! Thanks for stopping by! xx
Yes, I always strive to get plenty of sleep. When you have kids though, sometimes that’s easier said than done.
Ah, I get what you’re saying, my sister-in-law barely gets to sleep with her 2-month-old!
It’s so great that you’re thinking about this in your 20’s Radhika. Something I’d like to add to this list is to stay hydrated, use natural oils to remove makeup, or to moisturize your face at night, and use sunscreen everyday – even in the winter. This will definitely keep you youthful looking.
Thanks so much for your insights, Ola! I can really use them. I do apply moisturiser every day, even in winters! xx
These are great health tips at any age. Sleep is especially huge. It’s so easy to neglect it.
I agree, sleeping well is quite underrated. Thanks for stopping by! xx
These are such great habits to adopt – great post! I need to adopt some of these in 2017 for sure! x
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I hope you do, Nikki! Thanks for stopping by! xx
Taking care of your skin is a big one! I wish I would of before it got too late
You can start now to preserve what you have today, Chante! It’s never too late to start something good! xx
Hello Radhika
It’s really difficult for Blogger to be healthy and maintain an workflow. I agree with all the seven points you said and one of them will be my new year resolution
I get your concern, Mihir, but avoiding health is the biggest mistake you’ll ever make. The success you have won’t do much good if you aren’t healthy enough to live it through. Have a great birthday and I hope you keep your resolution, Mihir! 🙂
Great tips! definitely will come in handy for the new year.
Thanks so much for your feedback! 🙂
Really loved the list .Specially the 7th one.That’s a good one I have never tried
Hey, Amrita! I started it recently, my NOT TO DO list and it works wonders! Try it, it’s bound to make you more productive. 🙂
Every one of those is a necessity for good health. I am catching up on my excercise these days and it actually feels good to do that. I seelp for 7-8 hours a night and I usually wake up refreshed. Good tips 🙂
Glad you are following a good sleep regime, Maliny! Exercising energises you more than it tires you! 😀
these are some great tips, and i agree the earlier these are adopted are better 🙂
True, earlier the better. Thanks, Carolina!
These tips I applied in my twenties and now I’m happily benefiting its results 🙂 Cheers!
Glad to know you did, Blair! Thanks for stopping by!
These are great tips, i do them now in my thirties but would of been better starting earlier, i think more people are now becoming informed about health issues, i love the original playstation, fresh air is the best!
Right, it’s better to start early. Ah, I love the original playstation as well! 😀
Love all of these. Strongly agree with cutting back sugar and being close to nature.
Thanks so much, Zahra! 🙂
Great tips! The twenties is such an important age to start healthy habits, especially getting enough tips and exercise. Thanks for sharing 🙂
I know, right? Thanks for stopping by, Edira! 🙂
I’m well past my twenties, but these are great tips for any age! 🙂
I’ve been hearing that a lot. It’s never too late to start something good!
These are such good pointers and SO important! I’m trying so, so, hard to cut back on sugar but MAN is it hard!
-Clarissa @ The View From Here
Lovely list, I wish someone had told me these things in my 20’s cutting sugar has made my life so much better even in my 30’s. Thank you for great writing
These are really good tips! I love the idea of making a not to do list. I think I should write one and put on top to stop snoozing my alarm in the morning lol
Definitely agree with taking care of your body! By setting this habit early on, you have the foundation for a very healthy life. Great tips!
Cutting back on sugar is definitely a must! It helps with the skin as well
Great tips! I took care of my body and developed an exercise routine but I could have gotten outdoors sooner. I would also add travel to this list.
Right, travelling is great but not everyone has the funds, so! 🙂
Thank you for the list..I am 21 and so this is a great reminder!
Lauren
http://WWW.TheZenFashionista.Com
You’re very welcome, Lauren! xx
Cool habits to adopt I always try to form new good habits to live my life to the fullset in healthy way and now m on my way to yoga n meditaion I think every one should include mediation.
Two points in this post I love, Get 7 hours of sleep, and Be with Nature <3
Despite my work being mostly on laptop, I spend a lot of time outside playing cricked and just walking in garden.
Add one more point, drink enough water and consume right food.