WORKING TOWARDS A BETTER YOU

2. Reassess your priorities to learn why you’re not sticking to a health and fitness routine. Mix up your routine - both the timing and the type of exercises you do.

3. Consider your priorities and your vision for your health, then formulate a plan.

4. Increase the exercise intensity during the ovulation phase of your cycle; it will help reduce the pain.

5. Be wise during your menstruation phase. Don’t attempt to work out as intensely as you would usually, as your iron levels will be low.

6. A long walk can really help improve your blood circulation.

7. Drink water. It assists the cooling system from hot flushes, aids digestion, removes toxins, keeps joints subtle and gives you firmer, fresher skin.

8. Drink an organic cup of fennel seeds, rosemary, mint, turmeric, ginger or agnus castus to ease digestion issues and period pain.

9. Reduce your sugar intake at least 14 days before your cycle. Sugar causes spikes in your blood levels and raises food cravings, so swap it for wholegrain foods, instead, to keep your energy levels, mood and hormones happy.

10. Increase your intake of magnesium-rich, green leafy vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, wholegrains and fish. These will help with your mood, cramps, headaches and other PMS symptoms.

11. Avoid crash diets as they will wreak havoc with your hormones and blood sugar levels.

12. Watch your salt intake, as that may cause water retention and swelling in the body. It may be a sign your adrenal glands aren’t functioning as they should. Try replacing salt with healthier flavour enhancers, such as lemon, lime and fresh herbs.

13. Maintain a good posture. Years of bad habits may have led to weak back muscles. Core exercises, resistance bands and stretching help with this.

14. Strength exercises are key! These will help you maintain a healthy weight, strengthen your bones and tighten up the muscles under loose skin, so your body appears firmer. Need help? Do these simple exercises right now, using this FREE guide at: https://www.scriptfit.com

15. Incorporate Udo’s Oil in your diet; it consists of a blend of omega 3-6-9 oils. I have used this for two decades and have found it reduces inflammation; boosts metabolic function; promotes joint health; and gives me radiant skin. For a 20% discount, visit www.inspiredhealth.co.uk and enter this discount code at the checkout: 20%ScriptFit

Are you ready for change?

Head over to www.scriptfit.com or, if you have any health and fitness-related questions, email me at olivia@scriptfit.com