Whether you’re a Californian or not, staying fit is essential throughout your entire life. But when you live in a state that offers so much to experience outdoors, it’s even more important that you wake up feeling your best because you never know where the day can take you. Taking a stroll down Sawtelle Boulevard should be a breeze, no matter if you’re wearing sneakers or flip-flops. Enjoying the sunset at Culver City Park well into your senior years is something we all should aspire to. Let’s take a look at some easy ways to stay fit at any age so you can enjoy the beautiful views and exciting things to do in West Los Angeles.
Try Plant-Based Living
With so many people these days focusing on more intentional lifestyles, you probably have a lot of friends or loved ones that have opted for a plant-based lifestyle. Not only does living this way increase longevity, but it also helps with a host of other issues. Studies have shown that going vegan can help lower your cholesterol and high blood pressure and help you lose weight. Plant-based diets have also been shown to reduce inflammation in the body significantly. Inflammation can be the catalyst for many age-related issues. Noteworthy vegan restaurants in the area worth checking out are Honeybee Burger at the Colony, Double Zero, and Variable Cafe.
Balance Your Hormones
There are plenty of health tips and tricks for women or men to stay in the best possible shape. One of those is making sure your hormones are balanced appropriately. Hormones play a significant role in our overall health and wellbeing by controlling our heart rate, sleep cycles as well as sexual health, and reproduction. Hormones also significantly impact our metabolism. With weight being a critical factor in overall health, your hormones could be part of the problem if you’re struggling with maintaining a healthy weight. There are several highly credited endocrinologists in the West Los Angeles area, so make an appointment with one if you think it’s necessary.
Consistent Exercise
Most people have good intentions of leading active lifestyles, but the stress of everyday life can quickly put these intentions on the backburner. Prioritize healthy movement by joining a gym or downloading apps that keep you accountable. There are many gyms in the area, and some local favorites are Blink Fitness in Culver City or The Gym Venice. The key to getting enough exercise is making sure it’s a type of movement you enjoy, that way, you’re more likely to stick with it. Some people may need an app on their phone to stay motivated with Yoga; others a Peloton at home or joining a sport like mixed martial arts or boxing. Check out Uprise MMA on Venice Boulevard if the latter appeals to you.
The critical thing to remember is that every day we should be moving our bodies to keep our fitness in check and our overall immunity. Just get the blood flowing one way or another!
Remember Moderation
No one expects people never to have a drop of alcohol or eat cheese again. Most people are addicted to sugar, whether they know it or not! The key to all things in life is moderation, so keep that in mind regardless of your age or fitness goals. Additionally, we want to remember moderation in how much we take on our personal and professional lives. If you struggle to establish boundaries with other people or say “yes” to many obligations, work on reducing the amount of stress you put on yourself by applying moderation to those areas as well.
Talk Therapy
Whether you consider yourself in a solid mental space or not, everyone can benefit from talking to a therapist. Therapy is beneficial because it’s a healthy way to discuss not just negative things going on in your life but also the positive. We all experience anxiety and overwhelm sometimes, and talking with a licensed therapist about it is a great way to navigate the inevitable changes we all experience. Even if you think there’s no way you need to talk to someone, schedule an appointment and see how beneficial it is, just once.
Staying healthy is a choice that we make every day. In the same way, a positive attitude and happiness are choices too. Taking control of your health today can set you up to stay fit for a lifetime and live your best life. So, here’s to you and your health!
