Healthy Living

Exercise, Sleep and Meditation

Exercise

• Not only is regular exercise good for physical health but it is helpful for mood, anxiety and focus
• Try to fit regular exercise into your weekly routine
• At work, stand more and sit less
• Implement exercise routines with a trainer or by attending an exercise class
• Use metrics to monitor your health and exercise success by:
  • Measuring daily weight
  • Counting steps or distance walked
  • Using a watch to monitor heart rate, activity and sleep

Sleep

• People with ADHD can have difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep
• Treatment of ADHD often leads to improved sleep
• Practice good sleep hygiene:
  • Follow a consistent sleep schedule including going to sleep and waking up at the same time daily
  • Ensure the bedroom is quiet, dark and with the correct room temperature
  • Avoid overstimulation before sleep time, such as television, video games and online chatting
  • Avoid caffeine products in the afternoon and evening

Meditation, Yoga and Breathing Exercises

• Many people find that meditation, yoga, and breathing exercises help with focus and anxiety
• Meditation and yoga classes can be attended in studios but also be done at home with videos and apps
• Try to schedule these wellness breaks into your daily routine