Encantado Magazine 2018 JUNE Issue | Page 46

F i n d yo u r Lifestyle S u c c e s s Written by Natalie Pena Photography by Patrick Baldonado Y our success to a healthy lifestyle exists in never giving up. Oftentimes, we strug- gle to maintain our health. We are con- sistently being pulled in a million direc- tions. So how do we create a lifestyle that gives us the flexibility to keep it going? I have compiled a few tips to support you. 1. Come up with an easy meal plan that you can follow. This includes foods that you can take on the go. I recommend that you carry protein bars, protein powder, and nuts in your car or at work. There are times when we make unhealthy food choices as we become famished. Having healthy options within your reach will mitigate the desire to choose unwisely. 2. Take breaks and stretch after sitting for an hour straight. When our bodies stay dormant, they are not able to digest prop- erly. Gut health is critical for the body to function properly. When we move, we also give our body permission to gener- ate energy to burn calories. Health is wealth - Find your lifestyle success