Do You Know Your Z's?
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Week 5: Get Energized
This is it, the last week of the Challenge. By now, you've taken steps toward better eating, regular exercise, and daily stress management. With these healthy changes, you may have picked up some newfound vitality -- and that's great. But to really ensure that you feel your best going forward, you need an energy plan. We'll show you how to spot the day-to-day habits that steal your energy -- and tell you how to get it back. Topping the list of fixes: better sleep habits. "Sleep is critically important to energy," says integrative physician Woodson Merrell, M.D. During the night, the body clears toxins and regulates hormones, and the mind consolidates memory. Get too little sleep consistently, and you put your health at risk (not to mention feel exhausted). Our tips will set you up for a good night's rest. You'll also plug energy drains -- emotional and physical -- with the help of Merrell and Gail Blanke, life coach, motivational speaker, and author of "Throw Out 50 Things: Clear the Clutter, Find Your Life." That way, you ensure that you get the most out of each day. To wrap up the Challenge, you'll celebrate your successes. At the same time, we want you to think about the future: The Challenge may be over, but your new, healthier life has just begun. So you'll adopt some tools to keep your motivation strong going forward. Ready? You're seven days from the finish! CHALLENGE EXTRAS Challenge Quiz Week 5 Poll: Get Energized |
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