stay healthy during college?
Naturally, everyone attempts to stay healthy, but it can be a tedious task if you're in college, of course. There are four factors to consider: Sleep, diet, exercise, and time management.
I don't know how many times I've had to reiterate this statement but get enough sleep! Staying up till three or four in the morning to squeeze in that season of a certain TV show or to level up your character is not the healthiest lifestyle, I am afraid. No matter how good that cliffhanger was, you need to control yourself. Sleeping adequately not only improves your overall health but also sharpens your comprehension of class materials.
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While eating cup noodles and McDonald's burgers is certainly delicious, you need a balanced diet to advocate the stress and fatigue accumulated from constant studying. Getting nutritious meals is essential for your health. You can't live on one type of food. With the right type of energy, you will feel great and so will your brain.
Sitting on a chair all day trying to figure out a solution for that tedious problem isn't going to help. You need to release some of the stress; what better way to do it other than rigorous exercise? Exercise will refresh your brain and give it a well-deserved break. Your blood needs to flow! I can't even imagine a day where I didn't get exercise. If I don't exercise, I'll make myriads of mistakes and lose concentration. I recommend a one-hour jog daily when you feel most frustrated (in my case, it's three in the afternoon).
This is probably the most important factor: time management. Remember that homework assignment that you said you'll do later? Do it now! Stop procrastinating! Cramming everything till the deadline is not going to contribute to your overall health. Set a time for specific tasks everyday. For example, exercise starts at 5 pm; assignments and preparations starts at 6 pm; and bed must be occupied at 10 pm. Not only will you finish your given tasks on time without cramming yourself but also will get plenty of free time to play games or hangout with you lover or friend.
To sum up, manage your time, eat well, sleep well and move your body.
