Although new year’s resolutions can be corny, I do love using the new year as a way to reset and reflect on what I want to accomplish. My goals this year are probably also pretty common - I want to live a more active lifestyle to improve my health, but also try to get better sleep. I read that better sleep is actually one of the first steps towards other mental health benefits and can help decrease stress and anxiety.

With that, I wanted to dive into a few brands that I’ve been looking into that will help me in my goals for this year:

PowerStep: One thing I hate, but recognize I need to do more of is cardio; this means daily walks and maybe running a few times a week after work. One aspect of cardio that I never loved was the foot pain that comes with it, especially because I have flat feet. However, someone recommended getting insoles and I have found this to be a game-changer. Powerstep's PULSE Performance Insoles were made specifically for running with arch support and a heel cradle to provide stability while also infusing a fabric that reduces heat, friction, and perspiration. After putting these in my shoes, I felt so much more comfortable and supported during my runs. You can save an extra 20% off everything at PowerStep with code STEP20 or find all of the latest coupons and promotions here.

Kailo Pain Relief Patch: On the topic of getting more cardio, I found that the first few days of getting back into exercise has left my body feeling very sore and worn out, especially after dealing with existing chronic pain. The normal Salonpas and Theragun-ing weren’t cutting it for me, so my friend actually got me some pain relief patches from Kailo. It offers targeted pain relief that felt almost instant. Since they don’t have that many different products, I bought the Kailo Kit which comes with everything you need to get started. If you’re unsure of whether it’ll be effective for you, they have a 90-day money-back guarantee that gave me peace-of-mind when purchasing. You can save 25% off your order with code WELCOME25 or find other coupons and deals here.

Righteous Felon: Something people who may be new to exercise may not know is that as you start increasing your activity, it’s important to make sure you’re getting enough protein to feed and build your muscles. I don’t love the taste of most protein powders, so I try to minimize the amount of protein shakes I drink. To supplement, I’ve found that Righteous Felon’s craft beef jerky was a great protein snack while keeping it tasty and natural. Their jerky is made from premium cuts of grass-fed beef and handcrafted in small batches for maximum flavor and quality. They have so many flavors, so I recommend buying a gift bundle to try them all and find which ones you like best. I’ve personal found my favorites to be Bootleggin’ BBQ (20g per bag) and Seoul Survivor (20g per bag), which is aptly named as it features some of my favorite flavorings such as sesame and gochujang. Save an extra 20% off sitewide with code JERKYHEAVEN20 or find all their latest deals here.

Tru Niagen: As I’ve gotten older, I’ve found myself turning to and looking for supplements to take in my daily life just to support my overall health. This also gives me peace of mind in case I don’t get enough sun or vegetables in a given day (but you should still definitely stay on top of that). After doing a lot of research, I found Tru Niagen’s NAD+ Booster Supplements fit best for my lifestyle and what I was looking for. They contain clinically-proven ingredients with nicotinamide riboside (NR) as the active supernutrient; they chose this specifically because it more easily passes through cell walls and helps produce NAD+, which helps with cellular repair. This supplement is really there to support your body as you age since we lose up to 65% of our NAD+ between the ages of 30 and 70. You can save 21% off your order at Tru Niagen with code BROOKE21 or find all of their latest deals here.

Baloo Living: I’m the type of person who needs at least 8 hours of good sleep every night to functional normally. On the nights I don’t get good or enough sleep, I find myself very irritable and more likely to be stressed the next day. For Christmas, I was actually gifted a weighted blanket from Baloo and the quality of my sleep has felt so much higher after. Weighted blankets are meant to mimic the sensation of getting a comforting hug, which helps you get more restful and deeper sleep. With so many weighted blankets on the market now, I felt so much better knowing that Baloo was one of the higher-quality brands that uses premium, breathable materials with eco-friendly practices. I’m waking up more energized and ready to tackle the day. You can save 10% off your order with code SLEEP10 or find more offers here.

Those are my new year’s recommendations for now, but I’ll continue sharing new, helpful products as I find them this year!