Ever wonder how Olympic athletes take care of themselves to stay at their peak?

Let’s unlock some of these health secrets. I’ll share some practical tips so that you can take care of yourself and achieve peak performance.

Change Your Daily Habits

Peak performance starts and ends with your daily habits. Your daily habits will create a consistent foundation for success. Small and deliberate actions taken each day such as maintaining a fitness routine, sleep schedule, healthy eating patterns, and stress management will enhance physical health and mental clarity. Habit formation requires deliberate effort and strict scheduling. On average it takes 66 days (The range is between 18-254 days) to build a new habit. Start by modifying or adding in one new habit and once it becomes a part of your lifestyle, move on to the next one. Take it slow but be consistent.

Monitor, Monitor, Monitor

Regular monitoring of your health is crucial if you want to take care of yourself like an olympian. Wearable tech is great at monitoring your sleep, heart rate, step count and heart rate variability and this will provide you with a lot of valuable information. Use this information to change your daily health habits and to better understand what you’re doing well and what can be improved.

If you want to take it to the next level, consider getting regular blood work done. It’s important to stay on top of your nutrient status, hormone health, and markers of inflammation and stress. By regularly analyzing these metrics, you can detect potential deficiencies or imbalances early, allowing for timely interventions to optimize your health. Just as Olympians use data to fine-tune their training and recovery, you can use these insights to make informed decisions about your diet, exercise, and overall lifestyle. Regular monitoring ensures that your body is functioning at its best, helping you prevent illness, enhance performance, and maintain a high level of vitality. This proactive approach to health care empowers you to tailor your habits and routines to meet your specific needs, enabling you to achieve and sustain peak performance in all areas of life.

Power in Numbers

Olympic athletes don’t train or compete alone. They have an entire team around them from Trainers to Nutritionists to Doctors and more. Every member of your team should be an expert in their given field and should add value to your health and well-being. A comprehensive support network of health professionals provides a holistic approach to your well being. Regular consultations with these professionals ensure that you receive personalized advice and interventions tailored to your specific needs and goals. Just as Olympians rely on their teams for continuous improvement and support, having a dedicated health team empowers you to navigate challenges, stay motivated, and consistently perform at your best in all areas of life.

I would love to be a part of your wellness team and support you with blood work, lifestyle counselling, health optimization and disease prevention. Book a free discovery call at 8wellness.janeapp.com and let’s chat.