The end of summer marks a period of transition.
The days are still long, we are still enjoying outdoor activities, and there may even be a few days of holiday left. However, little by little, we begin to think about September, returning to work, schedules and day-to-day responsibilities.
After several weeks of following a different pace, there is no need to change everything at once. Getting back into a routine can begin before you return, by introducing small steps that help you gradually resume your habits.
There is no need to wait until September
During the summer, it is common to go to bed later, eat out, change your schedule or put some of your usual routines on the back burner.
These changes are part of holidays and rest. However, as the end of summer approaches, restoring a degree of regularity can help us face the return with a greater sense of order and balance.
It is not about giving up the final days of summer, but about starting to prepare for the change little by little.
Gradually restore your schedule
Switching from holiday hours to your usual routine overnight can be difficult.
A few days before resuming your activities, you can gradually start going to bed and getting up earlier. It may also be helpful to return to more regular mealtimes.
The key is not to follow a rigid routine, but to make it easier for the new schedule to become part of your daily life again.
Stay well hydrated
Although the holidays may be coming to an end, temperatures can remain high during the final weeks of summer.
Carrying a bottle of water, drinking regularly and including fresh foods with your meals are simple steps that help maintain adequate hydration.
Fruits such as watermelon, melon, peach or nectarine can also form part of a varied diet at this time of year.
Return to a varied diet
Eating out and following improvised schedules are common during the holidays.
As the return approaches, you can begin to restore a more organised diet by once again including fruit, vegetables, pulses, high-quality sources of protein and a variety of other foods.
There is no need to compensate for excesses or impose restrictions that are difficult to maintain. The aim is to gradually return to a balanced diet that fits your lifestyle.
Make rest a priority
Rest is often one of the first habits to change during the summer.
High temperatures, travel and evening plans can alter our sleep schedules. Preparing for the return therefore also means setting aside enough time to rest again.
Gradually reducing late-night activities, keeping the bedroom well ventilated and avoiding sudden changes in schedule can make the transition back to your usual routine easier.
Bring daily movement back into your routine
Taking care of yourself again does not mean suddenly starting a demanding exercise routine.
Walking, stretching, swimming or gradually returning to an activity you enjoy can help you bring movement back into your daily life.
The important thing is to choose a realistic activity and keep it up consistently.
Organise your small daily habits
Preparing for the return can also involve planning a few simple steps in advance:
- Plan the first meals of the week.
- Prepare the clothes or materials you will need.
- Restore your sleep schedule.
- Set aside time to be active.
- Maintain your self-care routines.
When a habit is simple and fits into our daily life, it is easier to maintain over time.
Plesinox 3A, also at the end of summer
Plesinox 3A is a food supplement containing Polypodium leucotomos extract, vitamin A, vitamin C and selenium.
Vitamin A, vitamin C and selenium contribute to the normal function of the immune system. In addition, vitamin C and selenium contribute to the protection of cells from oxidative stress, while vitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal skin and mucous membranes.
One capsule a day can be part of those small steps that accompany you throughout the summer and as you return to your routine.
Plesinox 3A. Your daily routine, also at the end of summer.
Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
