The Mid-Winter Reset: Simple To Refresh Your Health Before Spring

1) Get outside and enjoy Kingsport’s natural spaces.

Even in the cold temperatures of winter, Kingsport’s outdoor areas offer accessible ways to stay active. Regardless of your preference – walking, spending a quiet moment in nature, or a family outing – the city’s parks and trails make it easy to move your body.
● Take a short walk along the Greenbelt or other local trails.
● Go on a hike at Bays Mountain State Park.
● Explore a neighborhood park.

2) Try a new indoor activity.

If you aren’t a fan of the cold and staying warm is more your style, winter is a good time to explore indoor activities for movement. Kingsport has an abundance of community spaces, recreation programs, and fitness facilities that make it easy to stay active – no matter what your level of comfortability or skill is.
● Try out a yoga studio in the area or a yoga class at the Bays Mountain Planetarium. ● Try out strength training or at-home exercises.
● Try a new hobby that keeps your body moving – dancing, swimming at the Kingsport Aquatic Center, martial arts, etc.

3) Nourish your body with simple, healthy choices.

Healthy eating doesn’t have to be complicated or bland. There are several easy-to-access grocery stores and a variety of nutritious options made available to them to begin prioritizing your health.
● Choose balanced snacks to keep your energy levels up.
● Try out some new recipes.
● Stay hydrated, even when it’s cold!

4) Support your mental and emotional wellness.

Wellness is more than just physical health. Kingsport has quiet spaces, community programs, and many opportunities to slow down and reconnect with yourself.
● Spend time reading or journaling at the Kingsport Public Library.
● Visit a peaceful nature spot for a mental reset.
● Check out the artwork in downtown Kingsport, created by city residents.
● Volunteer with local organizations to serve the community and build purpose.

5) Build a routine that works for you.

A reset does not have to be a complete 180, but rather a process of slowly implementing new habits into your day to day life.
● Take a short walk before or after work.
● Plan a weekend outing with family or friends – a walk on the Greenbelt, a visit to Bays Mountain, etc.
● Set small goals that feel realistic during the winter season.

Spring will be here before we know it. This mid-winter stretch is the perfect time to reset and take small, intentional, steps toward feeling healthier and more balanced. Even if your resolutions have started to slip, you can still move into the new season feeling renewed and confident.