Developing and maintaining healthy habits can help you not just live but Thrive every day. If you’re looking for ways to improve your mood, your body, your productivity – any or all of the above – we have five ideas to give your life a daily boost.

Rise and Shine 

As the old saying goes, “Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise.” Of course, this goes for women also! Studies have shown that practicing this sleep pattern has a multitude of positive effects – from reducing a person’s negative thoughts and stress level to becoming more proactive and looking healthier.

So, think twice before you decide to watch just one more episode and set your alarm for 30 minutes or an hour earlier than your normal wake time – and resist the snooze feature! You might want to make note of the good changes you see during the first week to help motivate you on those days you want to sleep in.

Take Your 3 Simple Steps

Start your day with the THRIVE Experience premium lifestyle system. Which formula you choose depends on your gender and what you want to accomplish. All of the formulas incorporate three simple steps: two  Lifestyle Capsules, a Lifestyle Shake and a Derma Fusion Technology adhesive foam. The premium lifestyle program can help you with weight management, energy levels, mental focus, and digestion. 

Get Moving

Experts advocate people get a minimum of moderate exercise for 30 minutes every day. If you’re not a fan of the gym or fitness classes, don’t worry. Anything that has you moving and your heart pumping will help you maintain this healthy habit. Mow the lawn, take a brisk walk around your neighborhood or go for a swim. For an intense and mood-lifting workout, put on your favorite music and dance for half an hour. 

Whatever you choose, make sure it’s something that you’re excited to do. It’s hard to maintain a routine when you don’t love it. Need an extra push? A workout buddy or a personal trainer can also help you stay accountable.

Drink Water

You’ve probably heard that you need to drink eight 8-ounce glasses of water a day to stay hydrated. This healthy habit isn’t quite that simple. It varies by your gender, your activity level and the characteristics of where you live (heat and elevation, in particular), among other factors. But you likely aren’t drinking enough fluids regardless. The good news is that you don’t have to stick to plain water. Add natural flavoring, like lemon juice, or carbonation to tap or filtered water. The health effects of good hydration include regulating your body temperature, cushioning your joints, keeping your blood pressure steady and improving the look and feel of your skin. 

Find Something to Be Grateful For

Feeling stressed, anxious or stuck? Try gratitude. Counting our blessings can change our mood and our thoughts, in the moment and for the rest of our lives. Keep track of what makes you grateful by writing each item in a journal, on a slip of paper you put into a dedicated jar or maybe post it where you can see it – on your refrigerator, your personal office bulletin board or the bathroom mirror. Make it a habit to come up with at least one thing you’re thankful for each day. They don’t need to be deep or significant. In fact, challenge yourself to view the things you take for granted in a new light.

By adding these five healthy habits to your daily routine, you will notice a difference in every aspect of your life and maybe inspire others to follow in your footsteps.