Believe it or not, maintaining a healthy lifestyle doesn’t have to be expensive. There are plenty of ways to enjoy good health without spending a lot of money. Whether you’re looking to lose weight, build muscle, relieve stress, or simply get more nutrients in your diet, the following tips will help you achieve your health goals on a budget. Let’s get started!
Monetize Your Healthy Lifestyle with a Wellness Business
If you’re passionate about health and wellness, consider monetizing your healthy lifestyle by creating a wellness business. This is a great way to fund your healthy habits and generate some extra income. For example, you could start an affiliate marketing blog about your wellness practices, open a local yoga studio in your city, or offer wellness consulting services online.
One way to market your wellness business is through the distribution of brochures. These are far more visible than marketing emails and online ads, and they’ll offer clients and customers a tangible reminder of your business. Designing your own brochures is easy when you use pre-made templates; this may help and best of all, it’s free!
Invest in Long-Lasting Wellness Gadgets
Investing in a few long-lasting kitchen and workout gadgets can allow you to take a DIY approach to health, ultimately reducing the cost associated with making healthy choices. Some common wellness products include yoga mats, resistance bands, fitness trackers, blenders, food scales, and air fryers. Before purchasing products for your family, read some in-depth product reviews from unbiased sources to ensure your gear will stand the test of time!
If you’re serious about your health, it’s critical to decrease exposure to toxins in your environment (including air quality of your home), water (including filtration for drinking and showering), and food (including your food prep and storage). Investing in proper filtration and cookware once will go a long way for supporting your overall health, and preventing illness. You can schedule a complimentary call to assess your household needs.
Find Free Ways to Relieve Stress
Are you dealing with a lot of stress in your life? Here’s some good news: The best ways to manage stress are completely free! Try practicing mindfulness, deep breathing, and yoga to relieve daily stress. Even something as simple as closing your eyes and visualizing a calming environment can reduce your stress levels. If you have a little room in your budget for self-care, consider spending the money on a relaxing massage or some calming essential oils and a diffuser for your home.
Shop Smart and Stockpile
Groceries are already expensive without spending a premium on healthy products. Fortunately, there are ways to save money on healthy diet staples including fresh produce, lean meats, healthy fats, and whole grains. For example, MyMoneyCoach explains that you can save 25% on your groceries by purchasing generic brands instead of name brands. You’ll save another 25% by purchasing non-perishables in bulk and avoiding unnecessary trips to the grocery store. And if you have a discount produce store near your home, get all your fresh fruits and vegetables there.
Use Free Workout Sources
You don’t need to pay for a gym membership or yoga classes to get in shape. Take advantage of free workout sources instead! Glamour.com suggests several free workout apps you can try. There’s also YouTube, where you can find countless workout videos in any style, from Pilates and yoga to HIIT and bodyweight training (my current favorites are Pamela Reif and Tana Yoga). If you have a pair of running shoes, jogging is always a great option. Or, if you already own a bike, commit to daily bike rides. You could even build a DIY gym in your home, using gallon jugs of water as free weights or kettlebells.
You don’t need a bottomless bank account to maintain a healthy lifestyle. From having business cards made and monetizing your wellness practices to investing in long-lasting gadgets, there are many ways to make healthy living affordable. With some smart shopping and a little creativity, anyone can maintain a healthy lifestyle on a budget!
Marina Buksov is an integrative nutritionist, health coach, holistic pharmacist, and herbal educator based in New York. Feel free to email any questions to [email protected].
