25 Healthy Habits That Will Change Your Life FOREVER

[@loriarmstrong5541]

For real, within these 25, there's So Many gold nuggets and way more than 25 total. Thank you for this!!!

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

I'm so glad they help!

[@kimchristianson4743]

i appreciate the small steps to improve my overall health. Thank you for the suggestions.

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

Glad they help!

[@nathanyoder4509]

Thanks for the tips Cori! I have found that getting some things pack the night before really helps things from hitting the fan the next day!

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

YESSS! Helps you be ready even when busy!

[@notyourstereotype9911]

There is a lot of great advice you gave.I have done many of the things you suggested and it does help. I have hypothyroidism and I am hypoglycemic (non diabetic). So meal planning is very important for me to keep my blood sugar stabilized. For example, I make my protein and whole grains ahead of time and eat that for a few days so I don't have to worry about what I am going to eat. I make all of my bread from scratch and I make enough for my family and I to last a week until the weekend when I have the time to make bread again. I grocery shop once a month since I live in a rural area in the country and I am an hour away from the grocery store. During the month before I shop I have a paper in my purse and write down each time an item we used up and before I got shopping I go through my food pantry and refrigerator to double check if we need anything else or make sure I am not buying duplicate's and I write my list in order of where the items are at in the store to make my shopping easier. I try to buy whole foods, organic or all natural ingredients. Buying whole food Ingredients tends to be cheaper and healthier. I always have boiled eggs in the refrigerator so when I am having a blood sugar drop between meal times, I can reach for one of these and not eat an entire meal, this trick helps me tremendously so I don't over eat plus I get more protein in my diet. I too write lists to remind myself and put it in places so I don't forget the important stuff for the day or the next day. I have a dry eraser calendar to write my important dates and times to help me to be organized. I love how you talk about doing the things you love and schedule time for your workouts that actually work for the person. This is so helpful and a great reminder to myself as I age I can't do the same workouts I did when I was in my 20's and that is OK as long as I can do what I can and listen to my body when I am in pain, or need a break, but start again the next day or so and to be consistent is key. Thank you for making this video! B

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

Always key we meet ourselves where we are at and seek to constantly tweak and improve while owning our lifestyle! Love all the habits you're implementing to feel your best! And glad the video helped!

[@M_Rasmussen58]

Thank you once again. This video is really helping me in recalibrating my health/fitness plan.

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

So glad it helps!

[@paulineclark6027]

Thanks for the continuous coaching tips Cori- timely prompt to be checking in with self on 'work imagined versus work actual 'and tidy up habits to keep on track- Happy Easter :)

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

Happy Easter beastette! Glad they help!

[@bab2thebone1]

I follow about maybe 16 or 17 of these things. But great advice. You learn something new every day. Happy Easter 😊

[@darlenedengler7755]

I mannny of these tips already. And there are some that I need to work on. thanks, Cori.

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

Glad you're doing many of these already but have a few new to try!

[@fcmiller3]

I’m retired which means I’m not stuck to a schedule. That is NOT a good thing. It means there’s the tendency to become lackadaisical and sloppy! I forget the number on the list but planning planning planning is key!

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

It's funny how thinking we have more time than needed can sometimes sabotage us too! Often the time then gets away from us! So having that schedule for things can be key even when not busy!

[@suecooper2975]

I totally agree, I'm retired too. It's so easy to put things off for tomorrow because you know you won't be busy then either. The old saying "If you want something done, give it to a busy person" is so true. Schedules can also help people with lots of free time as well.

[@fcmiller3]

@@suecooper2975​​⁠yup that’s why I love the RS workouts. They’re planned and easy to follow, but… because they’re planned and I could get lazy, I’m starting to create my own workout routine just for the mental exercise!! I’m looking into Cori’s Black Book to create workouts.

[@Gymrat-ul8xs]

Cori love your video.❤ Great listing on how to improve. You have the best nuggets of information that make sense for improving training. Thank you. 🎉😊😊

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

Thank you! I'm so glad the tips helped!

[@frankr5443]

A lot of great suggestions in such a short video. Thanks!

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

Glad they helped!

[@idaeling6613]

Wow Cori, thank you so much for this video so packed full with great advice. I will start with the weekly meal plan and drinking enough water (and going to bed earlier). That will help incorporate the other habits as well 😊

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

Love that you've picked a few you know will help others snowball! So glad they helped!

[@winklertribe5268]

Loved this episode! I need to work on the “Treat yo’self!” Motivational tool!

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

So glad it helped! :-)

[@tfrank1326]

I have a LOT of weight to lose so I'm not quite where most people watching your channel probably are. However, I am getting SO MUCH useful and helpful information and tips here that would have helped me over the years when I kept hitting walls and giving up. So glad to have found your channel and plan to make it a part of my daily routine. As for the tips above, I think the ones I found most helpful to me right now were pre-logging my meals and planning/scheduling my grocery shopping and meal planning. So many of them were helpful though. Thank you.

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

I'm so glad they've helped! Remember those 1% changes, meeting ourselves where we are at will build! You've got this!

[@jam1369]

These are great! Success is having a good routine that works for you.

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

YES! And the key part of that is a routine that works for you! The more we find a lifestyle balance for ourselves, the better off we will be. And then constantly tweaking it as we need and evolve!

[@BBurnett333]

DUDE! How did I miss another IMBd mention?!?! 🤩 I feel some people, like myself, tend to make things more complicated than they really are. By focusing on the 1% improvements/changes, they are less daunting and less stressful in every day living. Team 1% needed this reminder today and tackle those new macros! WHOOP! Thanks Cori!

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

🤣 I think it is easy though to let the idea of change overwhelm us. We see all that has to be done and don't just focus on the first step!

[@Lisa-du6pv]

Great and very practical tips!! One I am doing is not to bag on not being able to do a complete workout being resistance training or walking. If I only have 15-20 minutes that’s what I do and I am seeing results yeah.

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

YES! Using the time you have!

[@lisaahmari7199]

The habit tracker is the biggest game changer for me. Makes such a difference. I found cute, cheap ones in Amazon that are 100% customizable. Also, celebrating the victories. Makes a big, subconscious difference that builds up!

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

Awesome!

[@sarabishop]

I really like the idea of scheduling time with yourself so that you get the things done.

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

YES! I find that accountability and set time helps me not let other things take over!

[@kds5065]

9:35 Cori that's too many tabs. 😆

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

I even closed some down before filming that! ;-P

[@PlantPerson58]

Checklists are the best. I use them for all kinds of things. I also keep a blank calendar that I write my daily health tasks on. Then I can easily see when I’ve been slacking too much, or doing well. I put glasses of water, miles walked, and other exercise, like squats.

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

Love it! All the reminders!

[@carolinelane9599]

Such great advice Cori. When I did my journey 5 years ago every weekend I would plan my gym workouts for each day. Take it to the gym. Get in. Get out. Made a menu for the week and shopped accordingly. Had leftovers in freezer so I could pull one out when I didn't feel like cooking. Every morning while having my coffee would enter into FP what I was going to eat for the day. Allowed me to make adjustments if going over cals or under protein. Was just habit. So easy. Now as I get back on track I'm trying to do this again. But having a bad back makes the exercise hard. Funny I can pump weights as long as I sit. But walking forget it. Being menopausal makes the journey so slow and soul destroying though.

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

Adjusting as our lifestyle, body, needs and goals change is key. Hope you're doing that prehab work for your back! And adjusting those macros and training to address those menopausal symptoms is key. Hope you checked out my recent video on those boosters and disruptors too!

[@fitlolli9590]

As always... great information and reminders!!! Your content never disappoints. 🌸🌴💪🍉

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

Thank you! So glad the video helps!

[@donnarochna2959]

I might try buying a few meals to have ready because the next few months will be fast paced with my son’s sport schedule. Your grocery store looks amazing! I loved the black glasses on you! 🤓 So cute! Sooo many great tips! If anyone says they can’t figure out how to get started…this video qualifies as a kickstarter or a wake up call if we have fallen off our good habits. ❤

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

So glad it helps! And yes! Even prepping and freezing if you prefer to have them for the future can help. But those easy to grab and heat meals really does help when short on time and even mentally fatigued from long days. And thanks, I wear contacts most of the time just because my glasses fog when I workout haha

[@Drrck11]

Great advice👍🏾 I need to do that protein first habit.

[@puppyjenncat1334]

Save'n this video! 🎉thank you!!

[@creationsbyvalerie]

Hi, what tip I found most helpful, is to plan your workouts in advance. I think it's better not to just wing it but have some sense of direction Thanks so much for all off your amazing tips. ✌🏽🏋🏻‍♀

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

YES! Planning ahead is so key!

[@Mimi-ni3il]

One of your best videos❤❤❤

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

Thanks!

[@billdozierable]

I have baked chicken breasts chopped up and ready to go each week. Ready to toss in an egg white omlete, on my salad, or for dinner. My go to treat is ff plain greek yogurt, frozen blueberries and scoop of protein powder. Pour in metal tumbler and it's a great grab and go treat or meal. I'll also do sliced apple sprinkled with cinnamon and 2 tbsp of natural peanut butter to dip. That's one of my healthy fats, I'm careful not to indulge in this because, omgsh.... I love natural smuckers, peanut butter. ~Bill's wife, not Bill. 😊

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

Love this! So many great options to be prepped and ready!

[@TimBovenizer-cn1rg]

Redefining Strength awesome

[@caraj9704]

I used to even sleep in my running clothes and put my alarm clock on the far side of my bedroom to encourage me to run every morning!

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

Love it! Great way to build a habit and make a change!

[@enatp6448]

Food prep ahead, for me, is crucial! Relaxed eating days each week is also crucial

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

Love that balance!

[@3lmodfz]

I have a magnetic white board on my fridge where I write what I'm eating for breakfast, lunch and dinner for the next 3 days so I make sure to prep everything in advance where possible. Or if I need to fresh cook pasta in the morning to add to my lunch I won't forget.

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

Love this! The visual AND planning ahead!

[@darnitthelma4247]

I make appointment for the gym. I have busy life, I got it around work kids husband and make sure I get my 3-4 days at the gym in. I’m a better person for it. Had a week off recently and was cranky 😂

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

Love that you're finding a way to get those gym days in for you! SO KEY!

[@christinalee2072]

The waking up, hopping around pulling pants on is actually not an overdramatization in my world lol…..

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

haha I'd fall over!

[@justinmartin1666]

FIRST COMMENT & FIRST LIKE : HAPPY EASTER 🥇🐣🐰🐇🎖️🏆

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

hehe Happy Easter!

[@alphaomega1351]

You are trying to take away our jelly donuts 🍩!!! 😳

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

Nope. Just add yogurt on the side. Protein ;-P

[@angelwings1]

I keep a notepad and pen next to my bed 😊

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

I have the notepad in my phone open...and far too many notes...some which I wake up and honestly don't understand BUT they felt important at the time so writing them down helped me go back to sleep!

[@angelwings1]

@@redefiningstrengthOC does the light on your phone not wake you up? Before bed I write on my pad, then if something else pops in my head, I just write them down in the dark and hope I can read them in the morning lol

[@pamelabledsoe2635]

Why do people always say…. You look better when you were Bigger…. Not true

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

Sorry I'm not sure what this was in reference to in the video?

[@darnitthelma4247]

They also like to put down progress usually if they are “bigger” themselves

[@sknaymul9441]

😍🥰😍

[@DawnMaiorano]

Prepping and treating yourself for goals obtained that are NON food !!!

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

YES! Love that focus on those!

[@traaaaan]

Someone recently read eat that frog?

[@margaretflynn1288]

Yep! It works!

[@malindarayallen]

Years ago, but sooooo good. Should probably revisit. 😊

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

Honestly haven't ever heard of that but will now have to check it out! Thanks for sharing!

[@malindarayallen]

@@redefiningstrengthOC I really think the book will be your JAM. ☺️👍🏾

[@littlemom2070]

Eating a frog first thing can definitely work for many people. For me, it gave me such a feeling of righteous accomplishment I kinda slacked off the rest of the day! Plus I low key dreaded my mornings. What works for me is knocking out a few easy wins first to get a dopamine hit. For example, if I have a phone call I’m dreading, I start by making a couple of easy calls to warm up, similar to a warm up for working out. If i need to clean a nasty area, I’ll first just get up and throw away some trash, or do light dusting to get off my butt.

[@insomnolant6043]

You missed one of the most useful tips, find other people who are also trying to improve themselves and be accountable to each other and encourage each other. Don't just state your own victories, but celebrate each other's victories. This is the heart of fascism.

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

Finding our community and celebrating each other's wins is key!

[@thr9449]

you consider buying pre-made food to be a healthy habit?🤣

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

Yes. I do. I can get very natural options that keep me more on track than grabbing that candy bar or fast food item that doesn't hit my macros and that is more processed. I think too often we only create habits that stress us more over making things easier and more sustainable to create our personal lifestyle balance. MegaFit meals are pre-made and they cook them from scratch. Cocktail shrimp is "pre-made" and doesn't have to have any additives.