Written By: Anusha Iyengar | Updated : February 1, 2016 6:13 PM IST
Feeling on top of the world, aren't you? See, that's what staying fit does to you. It makes you a happy and active person. Keep up the good work and stay strong on your resolution to stay fit throughout the year. It's important to wake up feeling positive and happy. Every morning, try to wake up with a smile on your face. If you do this consciously in the beginning, after some time, you will wake up with a smile on your face. This is what we have in store for you on Day 12 of your fitness plan.
Morning: Now that you have managed to wake up with a smile, start your day by chanting any mantra. Pick a peaceful corner of your house or outside your house and start chanting a mantra you like. Gayatri mantra is a good choice. This puts you in a meditative state and clears your mind of all the stress. It also improves your concentration. Check out the benefits of chanting Om the right way every day.
Breakfast: Bored of having boiled eggs with toast every day for breakfast? Here's what you can do to make your breakfast healthier and tastier -- try out this vitamin-rich egg roll recipe that gives your immune system a boost, helps regulate your blood sugar level and also keeps anaemia away.
Lunch: If you have put yourself on a weight loss diet and really craving for some good chicken, try this delicious and healthy chicken stew recipe. Don't let your cravings get in the way of all your hard work. Enjoy your cravings by simply making it healthy.
Snacks: All this hard work and change in the lifestyle calls for some sweet treats. But why indulge in sweets and waste all your efforts? Just like we said, you can give in to your cravings but by adding a healthy touch to it. Check out this healthy low-cal baked rasgullas recipe.
Dinner: Theplas are very popular among the Gujaratis. And not just them, everybody loves to hog theplas! How to make theplas healthy? Add some soya flour to it. Check out this healthy theplas recipe here.
Exercise
Home: The phrase 'Home Sweet Home' is used for a reason and the reason is that your home is the best place to find peace and de-stress. Try out this 1-minute breathing exercise that will clear your mind and help you stay calm.
Yoga: One of the most simplest and powerful yoga asanas, Padmasana or the lotus pose, is our yoga pose of the day. This asana helps deepen meditation and also helps you deal with a lot of physical ailments. Check out how to perform padmasana here.
Gym: If you haven't hired a personal trainer at the gym yet, it's high time you do. A gym personal trainer will know how your body responds to a certain set of exercises better and will help you plan the workouts. Check out these 5 reasons why you should hire a personal trainer.
Sleep: Since Day 12 is all about being positive and relaxing, here's another way to get the best sleep of your life. If you have been finding it difficult to fall asleep, aromatherapy is here to the rescue. Try these essential oils to help you fall alseep quickly and better.
Well, if you are motivated to start your New Year with a bang, spread the word by tagging your friends and #NewYearNewYou and @HealthSite4U. You can even mail your pictures and we ll post in on Facebook, Instagram and share it with our TheHealthSite.com Community.
Disclaimer: If you follow a fitness plan already, consult your nutritionist before switching to this one. If you are allergic to any of the foods/ingredients mentioned, please do not consume it. Do not follow this plan without consulting your doctor if you suffer from a health condition hypertension, hypotension, diabetes, etc. or are pregnant.'
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