Upkeap

I'm not sure how the above celebrity came to the conclusion that too much sleep causes aging (because well... you are going to age no matter what) but I have to say getting a good nights sleep makes me look fresh, alert and not the least bit old. I would probably use a little less make-up to hide my raccoon eyes if I slept at least 8 hrs a day. These days I've been slacking off with my general upkeep hence the tired, washed out look I've been pulling off the past month or so. I came up with a list of things (because you know I love lists) to help improve my overall well-being and appearance. Here's my commitment list that I am going to try to keep up with:

1. Drink 2 liters of water a day: I'm actually really good at keeping up with this during the work week. I have a nalgene bottle that I keep filled with water at my desk that I drink from. Only problem is that I'm spending more time walking to the bathroom than working! On the weekends I drop the ball. Perhaps I need to buy another nalgene bottle to keep at home.

2. Waxing: Keep up with the monthly appointments! I hate waxing and the ensuing blotchiness/bumps I get from it but after my skin recuperates I love the results.

3. Take my vitamins: For some reason this is such a chore for me. I've never liked swallowing pills but I know I'm not getting the complete nutrition I need. Perhaps I should get myself one of those vitamin dispensers to help keep me organized.

4. Manicure/Pedicure: I'm looking at my hands as I type this post and my nails are in bad repair. I'm lucky that my nails (and hair) grow in quick and strong but they need some TLC. I always put this off thinking it is a unnecessary grooming expense but it is similar to getting a great haircut... you always feel like a million bucks afterwards. A small price to pay for a boost in your self esteem!

5. Beauty Sleep! I only get around 6-7 hrs a sleep a night if I'm lucky. I have to make a commitment to myself to be in bed by a certain time and stick to it.

6. Eat healthier: We are eating more salads, grilling frequently and eating out allot less (1x week). But I need to increase my fruit and veggie intake everyday day, snack healthier (dried fruit/nuts or a yogurt) and make myself eat flaxseed.

7. Exercise: Last but not least. I admit I have fallen off the bandwagon and I'm currently paying the price. Each year I freak out towards the end of Spring because my clothes don't fit which is alarming to say the least. I fit right in with the trend of women in my bracket gaining 5-10 pounds a year. I'm going to get back into attending my pilates classes 2x week, yoga 1x week and cardio 3x week (either by jogging or spinning).

It's never to late to start a healthy lifestyle!!! What are you doing to maintain your overall upkeep?