If you’re in the habit of practicing yoga or working out and you’re not ready to return to the gym or studio yet, you’re probably getting a bit antsy. But while you may not be able to recreate the exact experience, you can still get your workouts in.

Along with exercise, don’t forget about other forms of self-care, too. Remember that self-care is essential for staying healthy, including maintaining a healthy diet, but it’s also essential for your mental well-being.

1. Yoga

 Practicing yoga has many benefits, including boosting your mood, pain relief, and increasing your energy levels.

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2. Pilates

A Pilates routine will give you a whole-body workout that improves your flexibility and posture and strengthens your core.

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3. Cardio and Strength-Building Workouts

Muscle-building and aerobic exercises can also keep you in peak mental and physical shape.

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4. Eating Right

Eating a nutritious diet will improve your physical health and raise your mood and energy.

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5. Managing Mental Health

Staying mentally healthy is crucial for coping with and tackling the challenges we’re all facing.

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Whether you’re feeling anxious about COVID-19 or just need to let off steam every now and then, these resources can help you maintain a healthy balance. As life starts to return to normal, you can maintain some positive habits for your health and well-being.

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Written by: Gabriel Patel, Health Well Wise