(How many times have you cancelled a gym class because of work?) Despite this, we know that we're our happiest, most productive and social selves when we've carved out time to exercise, hydrate properly and nourish ourselves with good food.
So how do we find that optimum balance – fuelling us to do more of what we love – and stick to it? We've partnered with evian natural mineral water to ask two women with busy lifestyles exactly that. UK-based fitness coach Carly Rowena and holistic wellness influencer Louise Aubrey from Paris both agree that the coveted 'balance' is something you have to work at every day – and it's not always easy.
Even on the busiest days, simply remembering to stay hydrated will help. Water is vital for regulating body temperature, and keeping your mind clear and focused. evian natural mineral water has a neutral pH, making it the healthy choice for everyone, including expectant mums.
Morning:
I've always been a morning person, but it's so much harder now with less sleep. My top tips are get those curtains open, drink water right away to flush the body and hydrate, and take a quick shower. All these small actions spark the energy I need to take on the day. Oh, and for time-saving, it also helps to have your clothes for the day ready!
Afternoon:
Balancing a hectic lifestyle with wellbeing is something you have to work at every day. I use a scheduling app to plan my week, which helps me keep my brain in check. And I've swapped my never-ending to-do list for three simple daily tasks. Some days, I have to remind myself that it's okay if all I did was keep a human alive. Other days, I feel like superwoman.
Evening:
Dinner was homemade pitta-pizza with prawns, broccoli and sweetcorn. Of course our dog did his best to steal it! Once Jax had her bath, massage, book and bed routine, I popped on my favourite playlist, lit the candles and had a cuddle with my dog and husband on the sofa.
