Teachers have a
demanding but rewarding job. Lesson planning, marking, teaching and everything
else you must deal with takes up a lot of time and energy making it hard to
focus on keeping yourself healthy while juggling your responsibilities. These
helpful tips will help teachers balance a healthy lifestyle while also doing
their best at school.
Healthy snacks not
junk food
Pack a healthy
lunch and healthy snacks. Relying on junk food for energy or constantly
snacking on them is a quick way to gain weight and feel sluggish. Nuts, carrot
sticks, fruit and even unsalted popcorn are all tasty healthy snacks that give
you lots of energy and are good for you.
The importance
of exercise
Wake up a little
bit earlier and get some exercise in before work to get your blood flowing and
your heart pumping to start the day on a good note. If you’re not a morning
person, then exercise after work, it’s a great way to de-stress, relax and
unwind after a hard day. Exercise gives you more energy and the more you do the
better you feel. Exercise is also a great way to have some time to reflect on
your day.
Make the most
of your breaks
Your lunch break
is there for you to recharge, and make the most of your breaks. Sit down, relax,
and unwind. This is healthy for you both mentally and physically and will
refresh you for the second half of your day. Making your breaks matter is an important
part of looking after your mental health.
Don’t let
yourself get overwhelmed
Excess stress can
lead to many illnesses, both physically and mentally, so it’s important to stay
on top of your workload and not put yourself under any unnecessary pressure.
Stay ahead of your work and household tasks, it may not feel like it at the
time, but it can have a big influence on your mental health. Procrastinating is
not conducive to a healthy lifestyle for teachers.
Find your
passion
Be proud of what
you do and remember why you are passionate about teaching. This simple
motivational tool can also make you a healthier person by promoting a positive mindset
that keeps you excited about what you do. By letting your passion drive you as
a teacher you will grow as a person and will make it easier to always do your
best.
Stay hydrated
Don’t forget to
drink plenty of fluids throughout the day. Your body needs to be hydrated to
function properly. Be sure to keep your water bottle filled and drink regularly.
Sleep matters
Make sure you are
getting enough sleep every night. A minimum of 8 hours a night is a good target
to aim for. Sleep is your body’s time to rest your body and your brain and it’s
a crucial component of a healthy lifestyle.
Hygiene and
cleanliness
Teachers interact
with a lot of different students, parents, and staff members throughout the
day. This means there can be a lot of exposure to germs. When you come home get
into the habit of thoroughly washing your hand with hot water up to the elbow.
It’s also a good idea to keep your desk sanitised
and tidy.
Enjoy your time
off
Spend time with
your loved ones, work on a hobby that stimulates you and make the most of your
time off. A healthy work-life balance is arguably the most important part of leading
a healthy lifestyle for teachers.
There is a lot you can do to get the most out of your career as a teacher and living a healthy lifestyle and looking after your physical and mental health plays a major role in a happy life and a productive career. Simply Education knows how to get the most out of a career in education. We offer CPD courses to all of our registered candidates and our dedicated consultants go above and beyond to find the perfect position for you and your skills. Find permanent, short-term and supply work that suits your schedule with us today. Register now at: https://www.simplyeducation.co.uk/register
