Best Sunday Ever
A day in the life of my ideal Sunday
Last Sunday was one of those really good days—the kind that leaves you feeling grounded, refreshed, and ready to take on the week.
I focused on doing the small things that make me feel my best and intentionally set the tone for the days ahead.
This Sunday, I’m excited to share what that looks like in practice—my go-to rituals, routines, and mindset shifts for creating a Sunday that fuels a feel-good week.
SLEEP
First off, I slept for almost 9 hours and got some really good, deep sleep—and honestly, it was a total game changer. There’s nothing quite like the feeling of waking up after a truly restful night.
Here are a few things that help me get quality sleep like this:
Magnesium glycinate - I take two before bed every night
My oura ring
A cold room (ideally 63 degrees)
Not eating past 7pm - this is a game changer!
Sleeping with pink noise
MEDITATED
Meditation has become a core ritual for me. I wake up and crave it. Taking the time to sit with yourself, feel your body, quietly tap in, and pause is one of the most grounding and energizing practices I’ve found.
If you’re curious about what this looks like, I wrote a post on my practice of sitting with myself—feel free to check it out.
The key is to make this a ritual that brings you joy. I sit in a comfortable spot, use a cozy blanket, light a candle, and always enjoy my coffee (organic cold brew). Surround your practice with a few of your favorite things, and you’ll wake up excited to dive in.
DEEP CLEANED
I deep cleaned my apartment which is one of the most satisfying Sunday activities. I used non-toxic cleaning products which are so so important to keeping toxins out of our home and hair.
Cleaning products emit hundreds of hazardous volatile organic compounds known as VOCs. Most conventional cleaning products contain these dangerous chemicals and they’re linked to respiratory system damage, increased cancer risk and developmental and reproductive impacts. It is SO important that we use non-toxic products to clean our homes.
Branch basics, Molly Suds and Blueland are a few of our favorites.
I always clean with a podcast on. Last Sunday I listened to The Pill & Beyond: Unexpected Ways Birth Control Shapes our Lives with Dr. Sarah Hill - 10/10 recommend a listen!
I then had my favorite granola bowl for breakfast - Granola & Nuttzo with Three Trees Almond Milk (no added sugar, seed oils, gums or emulsifiers!) I love cereal so having healthier options is key.
INCLINE WALK, SAUNA & SKINCARE
I’m currently aiming to work out 5–6 days a week, with one or two rest days sprinkled in. On rest days, I still make it a goal to hit 10K–15K steps—just like any other day. Moving is one of my most important practices for my mind, body and sleep and I always make it a priority.
Right now, my movement routine includes:
3 days of weight training - heavy weights, no cardio.
1 HIIT workout - a mix of medium weights, body weight and interval training
2 pilates sessions - low impact, deeply strengthens your core
This balanced approach to movement, paired with daily steps, has me feeling stronger and more energized than ever.
This past Sunday was a rest day, so I opted for a 30-minute incline treadmill walk (which always feels amazing), followed by a long stretch and foam rolling session, and then I hit the sauna.
I threw on my favorite face and hair masks, laid in the sauna with my legs up the wall for 20 minutes, and just relaxed. It felt incredible—and it’s one of my favorite ways to support lymphatic drainage and blood circulation.
I finished off with my go-to clean skincare products (more on this to come!) and fav self-tanner for a full reset.
LONG WALK OUTSIDE
I spent the afternoon on a long walk outside with my boyfriend. We drove out of the city, parked the car, and walked through the woods and along a quiet pond.
There’s something so healing about being in nature—the stillness, the fresh air, the way your mind slows down. And honestly, the crisp, cold air felt incredible.
NUTRIENT DENSE DINNER
Dinner was a protein-rich, nutrient-dense, cozy meal. We made salmon with crispy cauliflower and brussels sprouts over local greens, topped with olive oil and everything seasoning. It was delicious.
I always make extra protein and veggies at dinner—especially on Sunday nights—to have lunches prepped for the week. One less thing to think about on Monday, and having healthy, ready-to-go options in the fridge makes it so much easier to start the week on a strong, healthy note.
COOKIES & A GOOD BOOK
Obviously, I had to end the weekend on a sweet note! I tried a new clean cookie recipe, and I have to say—it might be my favorite one yet.
The base is Japanese sweet potato (no nut or oat flours, which can sometimes feel heavy or upsetting to the stomach). They were super easy to make and turned out so good.
Lately, I’ve also been prioritizing reading every night—it helps me truly unwind before bed and get much deeper sleep. I’m currently reading The Untethered Soul and highly recommend it! Next up on my reading list is Stop Missing Your Life.
🍪 Clean Cookie Recipe
1 Japanese sweet potato (bake, then scoop out the inside into a bowl)
1/4 cup grass-fed butter or coconut oil
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 eggs
1/2 tsp baking powder
A handful of Hu Gems 😊
Instructions:
Mix ingredients together and chill the dough in the fridge until firm. Then bake at 350°F until golden!
HAVE AN AMAZING & RESTFUL SUNDAY 🥰
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10/10 Sunday walk