Health benefits of dark midwinter, according to science | The Independent

Next time there’s a cold day, don’t snuggle inside. Embrace the opportunity to take a frost walk and engage in a truly invigorating experience.

Your frost walk can be any length you wish, from a wander around the yard to a circuit of the park, or a special trip a little further afield. And then: enjoy! Take a moment to feel the cold air on your face and notice your visible breath. Savour the crunch of crisp grass or fallen leaves under your feet. Note how the frost accentuates the details and beauty of nature. Pause and listen to the stillness.

https://www.independent.co.uk/health-and-wellbeing/winter-solstice-health-benefits-shortest-day-b2668926.html

Day 252 of Year 10 Low-SOS Vegan Plan

MEDITATION:
* Psalm 63

EXERCISE:
* 5k jog outdoors w/ facial lymphatic massage
* PT workouts:
– hip & lower body

WATER:
(2) × (32) = 64 oz (+)

EATS:
* oatmeal & wheatena w/ pomegranate, strawberries, almond milk
* leftover Esselstyn sweet potato bean chili w/ brussel sprouts & fresh arugula
* guacamole w/ airfried corn tortilla chips
* raw carrots, cucumber, tomato, broccoli & avocado

… SUN HAS SET …

* spaghetti w/ marinara sauce w/ mushrooms, tomatoes & arugula
* pizza toast w/ cauliflower cheese, tomato, tomato sauce, mushroom, bbq jackfruit,

Cmmt: XL indicates uncommon extravagantly luscious food, and wautéed means water-sautéed

Day 251 of Year 10 Low-SOS Vegan Plan

MEDITATION:
* Psalm 62

EXERCISE:
* Powerwalk 4 miles indoors w/ facial lymphatic massage
* Lift upper body on Total Gym
* PT (physical therapy) workouts:
– hip & lower body

WATER:
(2) × (32) = 64 oz (+)

EATS:
* whole wheat sourdough toast w/ reconstituted pb powder,  unsweetened cacao powder & apricot jam 
*  oatmeal & wheatena w/ pomegranate, strawberries & almond milk
* Esselstyn sweet potato chili w/ avocado toast
* one long green onion


… SUN HAS SET …

Cmmt: XL indicates uncommon extravagantly luscious food, and wautéed means water-sautéed