The Essential Elements for Optimum Health

The obvious essential components of any healthy lifestyle are no secret:

- a balanced diet
- regular exercise
- adequate sleep and recuperation
- careful exposure to ample sunlight
- plenty of fresh air
- the right mindset

Of course, I'll be talking about these ... but I won't be rehashing the same old generalities. Instead, I'll do my very best to make you really start to think and learn more about yourself.

You see, we all know that the list above is what we need. But some of us still battle? We know what we should be doing, but it still seems like such a monumental effort.

I will try to demystify this for you. It's not the "what" that's at issue here ... it's the "how" and the "why" that need to be understood before we can start developing constructive habits that are effortless to sustain. Without this knowledge all the best intentions in the world won't be enough.

Your first port of call though must be your doctor. Even if you think you're young, strong and risk-free!

This blog (and my site) will contain information that you may find useful ... but it's certainly not intended to replace sound advice from a medical professional. Any time anyone is considering changes in diet, exercise or lifestyle habits ... it would be reckless to ignore this advice. Be absolutely candid about your intentions, any medications you have been taking, or any other concerns you may have, no matter how trivial you think they are.

Prevention is far better than cure and an integral part of any successful program is your commitment to yourself and your willingness to take responsibility for your own wellbeing.

So let's do things right!