What living essentials do people with an active lifestyle swear by?

For anyone who leads an active lifestyle, the one thing they never run out on is the energy to move, get rolling, and keep it going. Their lives seem ordinary from the outside, but if you dig deep, it will be a plethora of adventurous experiences. Not only outside the house but inside too. They have a zest of life and it never dies. To support themselves for such a lifestyle, most active people use and swear by certain living essentials. These essentials not only get them through their daily life but also all the plans they make in their head and heart. From the top of our heads, we could list some of them right here. 

Activewear

Activewear is a form of apparel that is designed to support intensive physical activity. The fabric, the construct, and the material are such that it helps their users perform the activities in a much more enhanced manner. It can take care of common and inevitable body issues like sweating, smelling bad, restricted mobility, and inflow of air. There has been a lot of research done and acted upon in this industry and the results have been mind-blowing. A person keen on leading an active lifestyle needs these the most. Their fitness sessions, outdoor adventures, and day-to-day merriment call for these clothes. They would want to eliminate any kind of resistance that clothing can pose and thus activewear becomes the way to be. A t-shirt that takes care of moisture management, a pair of shorts that facilitates improved breathability between the legs and a pair of joggers that are athletically stylish and fit well, are a must in the wardrobe. Multiple sets for those who take this very seriously.

Shoes

Shoes hold a very important place in the life of a person with an active lifestyle. They make this choice very meticulously. Owning a bunch of these could be one of the most repetitive guilty pleasures they enjoy every now and then. One for running, one for trekking, one for parties, one for exercising and the list goes on. They realize that shoes that anyone can go out and buy a new pair of shoes based simply on how they look, but for the person who is always and always on their feet; good footwear is worth its weight in gold. Bad footwear can cause injuries or have long-term ill- effects on the postures. Specific footwear is designed for specific sports meaning the shoe is designed to protect against certain movements and support the places that need it. Good shoes can lessen the impact of your step and cushion the foot from heavy landings. In addition, sport or exercise-specific shoes can improve your performance.

Fitness apps and devices

When it comes to fitness, monitoring, and progress tracking are extremely important. It tells whether goals are being achieved or at least if the efforts are gradually reaping the desired results. These apps and a strong opinion on their effectiveness can be learned from people with an active lifestyle. They know what they want to know about their bodies, and thus they also test these apps very critically. They would settle down for apps that give them all the information in one place. Sleep routine, number of steps, calorie intake, workout reminders, etc. Once they have the valid information, they know where they are lacking and what steps should be taken to get better. They are usually very loyal to these apps and propagators too. You will always find them wearing a fitness tracking device also. It is not just about keeping a tab on physical movement but also maintaining the vitals mindfully. After all, they are willing to walk that extra mile to ensure that their body is functioning properly. 

Bags

Compartmentalized, sturdy, waterproof, portable, and multipurpose are some of the characteristics of the prerequisites for the selection of bags. Active lifestyle practitioners know exactly what they want to carry where. What can they possibly fall in need of as they go about their day? Keeping specific things in specific compartments helps them find these things faster. They have bags that can protect their stuff from varied circumstances as they tread on different terrains of land.

Personal accessories

Products like wristbands, caps, sun shades, a variety of socks, raincoats, are some of the most common personal accessories that a person with an active lifestyle possesses. These are some of the supportive devices that enable them to keep their game strong. Any small knick-knacks that help them advance what they are already doing come under this category. They are ready to avoid any hurdle that comes in between them and what they want to do. 

Self-grooming 

A fit body should have a befitting appearance too. This is where self-grooming steps it. It takes care of personal hygiene as well. Looking at your best instills a new kind of confidence in you. When you know you are looking good, you project your ideas and thoughts with better conviction. It is important to realize you look good in accordance with your parameters and not someone else’s. You live in your body and you alone know what’s best for it. A person with an active lifestyle takes up regular initiatives towards self-grooming. They invest in good products ranging from face wash to lotions to even sunscreens. It is not a one-time thing, rather a part of their daily routine.  

Water intake

Water and reminders to drink water are a common sight of an active lifestyle. People know how important water is. From maintaining healthy skin to being able to complete the fitness workout. Staying hydrated is the mantra for living in a fit body.

Movies and web series list/ Reading books

The live streaming apps are a boon to enjoy some exceptional work of art from the comfort of your home. Even more, when you get to curate your personalized lists for better recommendations. This time is also for some family bonding and relaxation. Reading is another mind-stimulating habit that also provides some time off the screen. 

Plans for the next travel/ Adventure

The social media feed and saved section are filled with posts about ideal travel destinations. Different destinations are kept in mind for different groups of people. Segregation is founded on the kind of relationships with people. Friends and family are two separate entities when it comes to travel and thus plans are designed appropriately.

Relationships

An active lifestyle is a web of good relationships, both personal and professional. From a personal perspective, it is not only about being there when your loved ones are in need but also staying updated with what’s happening with them. Celebrating and sharing concerns can really help you keep your wolf pack connected. This has a great mental impact. Knowing that you are not alone, can let you go for the bigger risks in life. You have someone to come back to even if you fail. It passes as a life lesson. From a professional standpoint, an active lifestyle can be a game-changer. It inspires people around you to adopt it too. Your teammates invariably notice the kind of practices you upkeep. Eventually, it also begins to reflect in the decisions you make and how you deal with people around you. Since your stress finds an outlet elsewhere, the workplace can become a more peaceful place. 

Why is an active lifestyle good?

As a part of the Doetinchem Cohort Study, researchers examined health-related quality of life in adults who became physically active at recommended levels over a 10-year period compared with adults with different physical activity patterns. They found that adults who became physically active reported better physical functioning, vitality, and general health after 10 years than did persistently inactive adults and adults who became inactive. They also reported less bodily pain and better social functioning than adults who became inactive. No differences were observed with adults who remained active or with varying activity levels.

Thus they concluded that adopting a physically active lifestyle may result in a better health-related quality of life, comparable to remaining physically active over 10 years.

This should be enough reason for anyone to make an active lifestyle a very essential aspect of their existence. This sort of lifestyle improves and looks after the overall performance of the body. And none can contest that the body is the ultimate tool to do whatever it is that you choose to do. Your mind functions better, life skills become an inherent quality, mindfulness comes and stress reduces. Thus you just get better at it, at life. There are some days when you need a little something extra to keep you motivated and focused on your active goals. In that case, put together a killer playlist with upbeat music that will keep you pumped. Gear yourself up with all of these essentials and there is no denying you’ll become more driven and passionate about living a healthier and more active lifestyle.

REFERENCES:

van Oostrom, S. H., Smit, H. A., Wendel-Vos, G. C., Visser, M., Verschuren, W. M., & Picavet, H. S. (2012). Adopting an active lifestyle during adulthood and health-related quality of life: the Doetinchem Cohort Study. American journal of public health, 102(11), e62–e68. https://doi.org/10.2105/AJPH.2012.301008

WMM Verschuren, A Blokstra, HSJ Picavet, HA Smit, Cohort Profile: The Doetinchem Cohort Study, International Journal of Epidemiology, Volume 37, Issue 6, December 2008, Pages 1236–1241, https://doi.org/10.1093/ije/dym292