Spring Has Sprung

The clocks have moved forward, the birds are chirping and blossoms are blooming - spring is here. Even the calendar marked the beginning of Spring with the first day of the equinox yesterday and Nowruz celebrations across the city.

So what does this all mean besides bathing suit season approaching? Time to dust off your attitude and do a spring cleaning of both your house and your health!

New years resolutions are hard to keep in the middle of winter. Instead of making unrealistic resolutions for spring, try making healthier everyday small changes. Embrace the new season and activities that all become more fun as the weather warms including:

• Walking - an easy way to incorporate more exercise into your day, and now longer days allow for evening strolls
• Bring your workout outdoors - jump on a bike, go for a kayak or try a hike
• Farmers markets - this time of year markets are popping up all over the city and provide a way to access fresh and local food
• seasonal festivals and events - check online to find all sorts of fun and free events to attend reconnect with your family
• Soak up the sun - a little vitamin D can go a long way in helping your brain work later in life (just don't forget the sunscreen)

Enjoy the signs of spring! Take the opportunites presented to declutter your brain, try new things and make healthy new habits part of your everyday routine.