Longevity is planned. It begins with a conscious decision.

We live in a world where planning is absolutely necessary to keep up with the pace of urban life. We plan our projects, teams, budgets, meetings, and outings. But what about LifestyleA healthy lifestyle, leading to a long, well-lived life, is built over time, requires attention, and... planning.

Several national and international studies show that environmental and lifestyle factors have a greater impact on longevity than genetic factors. People living in so-called „blue zones” live past 90 and have very good physical and mental health. Studying these communities reveals the existence of several longevity factors, which we find in the concept of Centenarian Decathlon or in lifestyle medicine. These start from the premise that, to live a long life, we must start building healthy habits from a young age or adulthood, based on the pillars of longevity:

1. A healthy environment. In Romania, following the study of blue zones, it has been concluded that rural environments, with low pollution and an active lifestyle, seem to be essential for a long life. Furthermore, numerous studies demonstrate that proximity to nature and clean air have a major positive impact on health and longevity.
2. Daily movement. People in blue zones engage in physical labor well into old age and walk for miles. Therefore, movement doesn't necessarily mean sports; it can also be a daily walk in nature. Furthermore, exercising in nature benefits the body and brain, leading to a sense of well-being.
3. Balanced diet. In urban areas, it can be difficult for people to adopt the healthy eating habits of villagers, but we can include some healthy dietary practices, such as: daily consumption of fruits and vegetables, avoiding processed foods, avoiding fried foods, etc.
4. Regular sleep. A restful sleep doesn't just mean getting the recommended 7-8 hours. The quality of sleep and sticking to a sleep schedule are very important, with a recommended time of 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM.
5. Stress management. Stress is our main enemy, and how we manage it dictates our physical and mental health. Fortunately, in the fight against stress, we have two main allies: nature and exercise.
6. Healthy social connections. We are social beings, created to be part of communities. Isolation from community leads to anxiety and depression.

All these factors are interconnected, the most important step in planning a healthy lifestyle being the choice of where you live.

GREENFIELD Băneasa, the place where a healthy lifestyle begins

GREENFIELD Băneasa supports and cultivates every pillar of longevity and a healthy lifestyle. Let's take them one by one:

1. A healthy environment – the neighborhood is surrounded by 900 hectares of forest, includes two parks, and numerous green spaces. Here you can find the cleanest air in Bucharest.
2. Daily Movement – With the forest just steps away, daily walks, runs, or bike rides in nature can become a habit. And if you want other types of physical exercise, in the neighborhood you have the Wellness Club by Greenfield sports and leisure club, with a variety of options, from fitness to swimming.
3. Balanced nutrition – at GREENFIELD Plaza, you can find supermarkets and stores with a variety of fresh foods.
4. Regulated sleep – the quiet of the neighborhood, the clean air, and the green of the forest create the perfect setting for a restful sleep.
5. Stress management – the neighborhood perfectly integrates the concept of home wellbeing, by nature and relaxation spaces (outdoor or at the SPA in the Wellness Club by Greenfield).
6. Healthy social connections – the neighborhood brings together a united, young, and active community. In GREENFIELD Băneasa, there are many places where you can chat with your neighbors: on the street, in parks, at the Wellness Club, or in the restaurants at the mall.

In conclusion, longevity is built daily and starts with a decision. Are you ready to make it? Come visit GREENFIELD Băneasa and find out what lifestyle you could build here!