Best Day Itinerary: How to Incorporate Movement, Hobbies, and Nutrition Into Your Day

Every day holds the promise of being your best day yet. For active adults, embracing each day with enthusiasm and a positive mindset can lead to a fulfilling and vibrant life. 

Whether it's engaging in your favorite hobbies, staying physically active, or connecting with loved ones, the key to having your best day every day lies in finding joy in the little moments and maintaining a healthy, active lifestyle. 

Let’s create an itinerary for your best day that mixes exercise, mental stimulation, nutritious food, trusted supplements, and connections with family and friends.

7 a.m. Hot Beverage & Birdwatching

Greet the day with a cup of tea or coffee and sit by a window. Watching the sunrise can help you feel more awake and connected to nature first thing in the morning. Interestingly, bird watching has been known to reduce stress, restore attention, and offer transcendent experiences that help elevate the everyday, so consider adding a birdfeeder to your view.¹

8 a.m. Nutritious Breakfast & Supplements

Set yourself up for a great morning with a wholesome breakfast like oatmeal or Greek yogurt with fruit. Afterwards, be sure to take your supplements, like these favorites from LifeTime:

●      Hyaluronic Acid supports joint health and skin lubrication with a capsule rather than inconvenient topical creams.* With just one active ingredient, there’s nothing complicated about it—just simple, effective support.

●      MSM is a joint support formula you can rely on.* MSM (methylsulfonylmethane) is a chemical that occurs naturally in your body, and when levels are low, a supplement can help fill in the gaps.

●      Diosmin Complex features a botanical blend of ingredients traditionally known for supporting vein health to help you stay looking and feeling your best.*

9 a.m. Walk & Talk with Family or Friends

We all know walking is good for health and well-being. But did you know that walking with a friend or family member can increase the benefits? That’s because we release endorphins during exercise that help us feel happy and content. Research has shown that sharing these feelings with others while exercising can help us feel closer and more connected.²

11:30 a.m. Prepare a Healthy Lunch

Rotate between a few fun and easy options like big salads with tuna or tofu, wraps with turkey and veggies, or a soup and sandwich combo that’s sure to fill you up without dragging you down.

1 p.m. Passion Project

It’s important to have an aspect of your life that helps you feel vibrant and excited. This might be working on a memoir, painting portraits, or growing vegetables. What’s important is that it keeps your mind active, feels meaningful, and gives you a sense of purpose.

4 p.m. Yoga or Tai Chi

Gentle movement is a wonderful way to relax at the end of the afternoon. A yoga class or tai chi in the park can help maintain strength, flexibility, and balance, both in the moment and for years to come. Tai chi can be easily adapted for anyone, whether you run marathons, use a wheelchair, or are recovering from surgery.³

6 p.m. Dinner with Family

Whether you have kids at home or enjoy visits with your grandkids, there is plenty of evidence that family meals benefit children and teens. There’s also a growing field of study that suggests parents who have frequent family meals eat more fruits and vegetables, eat less fast food, and engage in fewer dieting behaviours. Regular meals with family may promote social and emotional wellbeing for parents like you, as well as your children.⁴

8 p.m. Wind Down & Read

Put down your devices, turn off the TV, and start winding down your body and mind with a good book. Research shows reading a book in bed before going to sleep can improve sleep quality.⁵ Some people report that reading before bed can even influence their dreams, and a peaceful, imaginative book might lead to pleasant, creative dreams.⁶

9 p.m. Sleep Well

Now that you’ve had at least an hour without screen time, you’re primed for a night of high-quality sleep. For even better rest, try turning your thermostat down, wearing comfortable sleepwear, and listening to nature sounds or an audiobook as you drift off.

Make Every Moment of Every Day Count

Living your best day every day is within reach. By embracing a positive mindset, staying physically active, and cherishing the connections with loved ones, you can create a fulfilling and beautiful life.

Remember, each day is a new opportunity to explore, learn, and enjoy the little moments that bring satisfaction. Age is just a number, and with the right attitude, lifestyle choices, and supplements, you can make every day your best day yet.

 So, get out there, seize the day, and live life to the fullest.