5 Ways to Bring a More Holistic Approach to Your Daily Fitness Routine

February 20, 2025 at 09:01 AM EST

(BPT) - The start of the new year typically comes with fitness goals at the top of resolution lists. Starting a daily fitness routine is a great way to keep your body active and healthy but planning your workouts is just the beginning. There are many important steps to help you get the results you desire, including meal preparation for a healthier diet and recovery after intense workouts.

"Embarking on a fitness routine is a powerful way to nurture both your body and mind, but true health goes beyond just exercise - it's about embracing a lifestyle that supports mental well-being, nourishing food, and proper recovery," said Elvira Christiansen, Director of Retail and Loyalty for AARP Services. "With an AARP membership, you'll have the tools and motivation you need to stay committed to your holistic health journey, while enjoying the added benefit of saving along the way."

From ensuring you take care of your mental health through nutrition and sleep, to an easier approach to a healthy meal plan and forming an effective recovery plan, taking a holistic approach to your fitness routine can help you achieve the results you want while saving with an AARP membership.

1. Take a Healthier Approach to Nutrition

A well-balanced diet is an important step to achieve your fitness goals, but for dining out, sometimes it can be challenging to find healthy choices on the menu. Thankfully, Bonefish Grill offers healthier options to choose from, from fresh seafood off their wood-fired grill and delicious starters such as the Tempura Crunch Sashimi Tuna. Members can save 10% on food and nonalcoholic beverages with dine-in service at all locations or curbside carryout, available at participating locations.

After your workout is the best time to fuel your body with protein. Jamba offers a variety of protein smoothies and bowls, and AARP members can save 10% every day in-store, in-app and online at all participating Jamba locations when you link your Jamba Rewards account and AARP membership.

2. Worldwide Mental Cool Down

Taking care of your sleep is just as important as your physical health. You can manage sleep through relaxing music, sleep stories and even meditation with the Calm app. AARP members save $21 off every year of their Calm annual subscription for up to three years. Calm's library features hundreds of meditations, relaxing music, sleep stories and interactive features designed to help manage stress, curb anxiety, improve focus and sleep better.

If you need a change of scenery, consider taking your wellness journey on the road and book a trip through the AARP Travel Center Powered by Expedia. With a curated selection of health and wellness trips, members can choose their own adventures from high-octane adventure fitness getaways like hiking and biking in the Rocky Mountains to a pampering wellness retreat in Budapest, known as the City of Spas. AARP members get a $50 gift card of their choice when they book any flight package, exclusively through the AARP Travel Center Powered by Expedia.

3. Stretch Your Muscles, Not Your Wallet

An important step for physical health is to develop a post-workout recovery plan. Stretching, compression, physical therapy and even massages are all ways to care for your muscles after a workout.

Members and non-members can receive at-home physical therapy from AARP^® Physical Therapy At Home™ by Luna. Most insurances and Medicare are accepted by Luna. A prescription may not be needed to start.

4. Add Hearing Solutions to Your Playlist + Gym Routine

Having trouble hearing your workout playlist or the instructor's directions? Consider getting your hearing checked so you can enjoy your favorite songs while working out, and make sure you don't miss any cues in a guided class.

AARP members save up to 20% on hearing aids and 15% on accessories with AARP^® Hearing Solutions™ provided by UnitedHealthcare^® Hearing, plus receive a hearing exam and consultation at no cost and personalized support through a large nationwide network of hearing providers.

5. Focus on Yourself

It's important to check in with your doctor before starting a new fitness routine. Oak Street Health provides primary care for older adults on Medicare. They focus on prevention, with personalized care designed to help keep you healthy.

Oak Street Health also offers a variety of events to help you stay active and connected, like Zumba classes, line dancing lessons and game nights.

AARP members and non-members get same-day/next-day appointments where available, a dedicated care team and a 24/7 patient support line.

There are many steps for you to take when adding a holistic approach to your fitness routine; however, it is important to take this approach to maintain your physical and mental health throughout your routine and you can use your AARP member benefits to save every step of the way.

To learn more about the benefits and discounts for AARP members to help you prepare for your relaunch, visit aarp.org/save.

AARP member benefits are provided by third parties. AARP receives a royalty fee for the use of its intellectual property. These fees are used for the general purposes of AARP. Provider offers are subject to change and may have restrictions.

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