How to become a very healthy person

START THE DAY WITH A WELL-BALANCED BREAKFAST

How you start your day sets the tone for everything that follows. Kick things off the right way with a balanced meal. That will help keep your blood sugar levels stabilized throughout the morning. You'll be less likely to hit up the vending machine after that afternoon meeting. Ideally, breakfast should blend of all three macronutrients—proteins, carbohydrates, and dietary fats.

STAY STIMULATED

Working out your mind is just as important as working out your body. Just as you should be making an effort to eat right and exercise, you should also be making an effort to keep learning. The minute you stop learning is the minute you accelerate the process of aging. A young mind is one that has a never-ending thirst for knowledge. Keep your mind sharp. Consider learning another language, taking up an instrument, or sitting down with the Sunday crossword. Then go exercise.

STRETCH IT OUT

Despite the clear benefits, stretching is something that most of us don't do often enough. Stretching increases flexibility, and improves circulation, balance, and coordination. Take 10 minutes out each day to stretch and breathe deeply. It'll help you de-stress, keep your energy levels up, and help to reduce muscle tension and tightness.

STRENGTH TRAIN

Strength training is one of the best ways to fend off added fat gain and help ensure that your bones stay strong. Whether you prefer kettlebells, free weights, machines, or barbells, make sure you strength train at least three times a week. Regularly integrate strength-based exercises into your routine for positive rewards.

DO HIT CARDIO

High-intensity exercise not only provides great physical boosting benefits, but also helps combat stress by releasing feel-good endorphins in the body. At least 20-30 minutes of high-intensity exercise three times per week should produce optimal results.

SLEEP 8 HOURS EACH NIGHT

Sleep is critical to feeling your best, maintaining good health, promoting a healthy body weight, and reducing the signs of aging. Yet, most people short-change their shuteye. Commit to getting 8 hours of sleep each night and, if you have the time, catch some extra Z's on the weekend. You'll be amazed what this little change will do to how you feel on a day-to-day basis.