Top 5 Ways to Feel Your Best This Summer

As summer starts to kick into gear, now is the perfect time to start focusing extra hard on looking and feeling your best – in all facets, from your inner glow to the way you put yourself together. 

Here are six simple steps to take to make sure you’re feeling fulfilled and on top of the world, all summer long. 

Elevate Your Morning Routine

Starting each and every day with looking and feeling your best cannot be overstated as a priority. Taking the time to incorporate some self-care and doing yourself up can do wonders for your mental health and give you an air of confidence as you take on your day. 

Start with a skincare routine that leaves you feeling hydrated and fresh and a makeup routine that’s simple but brings out your best features – don’t skip out on the mascara and lip liner! A lightweight and airy outfit that flatters your body type and a go-to hairstyle will help you feel put together in only minutes.

Stay Hydrated

Focusing on hydration is actually one of the easiest yet most powerful strategies to keep you feeling and looking fantastic throughout the summer months. Our bodies sweat out more water than we think, so it’s important to constantly rehydrate.

Try to drink eight glasses of water a day or more, and always carry a reusable water bottle with you. This will help maintain that glow look in your skin and keep you feeling energized in the hot sun.

Prioritize Outdoor Exercise

Make the most of the lovely weather by including outdoor exercise in your daily routine. Spending some time in the great outdoors and getting your sweat on with activities like going for a morning run, cycling along pretty trails, or doing yoga in a park will improve your mood, increase your vitamin D intake, and improve overall well-being.

Even if you’re just going for a daily outdoor walk, the fresh air will do you good.

Nourish Your Body with Seasonal Food

The summertime brings a huge variety of mouth-watering seasonal fruits and vegetables that are not only delicious, but also a great source of vital nutrients for your body.

In order to reap the benefits of all the hydrating and antioxidant-rich nutrients, include more colorful fruit and veg in your meals, such as watermelon, berries, tomatoes, cucumbers, and leafy greens. Having more seasonal produce in your kitchen will help you stay energized, aid in weight management, and even push you to try exciting new recipes!

Practice Mindfulness and Relaxation

Finally, remember how important it is to set aside time for mindfulness and relaxation during the busy summer months.

Every day should have a moment of peace, whether this is a deep breathing exercise, a few minutes of mindfulness or meditation, or just lounging in the sun for a while with a book. Breaking away from your tech and all your obligations for a moment is important, and will help you manage stress levels and find joy in every single day.