If I Started Over My Health Journey in 2026…

…these would be the top things I would start doing!

Why did I pick these things?

• Largest effect on health

• Smallest investment of time and money

• Easiest things to start

• Most likely to stay consistent past first 3 months

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1. Minimum 8k Steps/Day - I naturally walk 5-6k steps from just everyday life, so 8k steps would push me slightly out of my “norm” and start creating some results. It would challenge me to walk an extra 20ish minutes a day, which would improve my heart health, burn more calories, not inconvenience my schedule, and is completely free.

2. Minimum 100g of Protein - This amounts to roughly 1/2 my bodyweight in grams of protein, which is what most people should consume to maintain a healthy body. Eating this much protein forces me to fill up more on those foods and less carbs and fats, which will really clean up your diet nicely.

3. Minimum 2x/Week Weight Training - Your muscles need to be stressed. In our modern society, we just don’t use our muscles enough, but muscle mass is one of the biggest contributors to your longevity. Plus, a stronger body reduces injuries and aches, helps regulate blood sugar, and helps you maintain independency. 2x/week working out is mandatory to get those benefits.

4. Maximum 1x/Week Eating Out - It is so hard to control your diet if you’re eating out constantly. Cooking at home puts you way more in control of what goes into your body. You tend to consume a lot more single-ingredient whole foods at home, and it forces you to plan your meals out before you grocery shop.

5. Minimum 7 Hours of Sleep - You truly cannot cheat on your sleep. Your body needs it for literally everything good to happen in your body. I hate turning off the football game, but sometimes you gotta do it so that your body doesn’t suffer tomorrow.

6. 1 Sabbath Day/Week - A “Sabbath” is a dedicated day where you give up your labor to rest in God. What good is nourishing your flesh if you’re starving your soul? Even if you’re busy, fight for the break. Slow your mind, slow your breathing, relax your body, and spend intentional time with the Lord through scripture, prayer, and worship.

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