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Waking up early is no more a challenge if you have been following our daily fitness plans from the beginning of this year. In fact, morning is the best time for exercise during summers as the weather works in your favour. So get ready for a wonderful Monday because a good start will mark the beginning of a fantastic week ahead of you. Here s what you can do on day 157 of your fitness resolution:
Morning - If you don t want to step out for a brisk walk, you can start with some easy morning stretches. Just 10 minutes of these will keep you energetic and make you feel light throughout the day. You can also chant the Aum mantra after these or meditate for the calm that Mondays usually demand.
Healthy recipes
Breakfast - Whole wheat pancakes are an amazing and healthy way to start your Monday. Drizzle a spoon of honey and enjoy them with a bowl of fresh fruits and cold milk for a filling breakfast.
Lunch - A good lunch idea is when you can pack it in your lunchbox too. You can obviously make a healthy meal of dal, roti and a vegetable if you are at home but if you plan to step out, carrying your lunch is important so you don t end up eating unhealthy food. Make hara masala brown rice pulao today. It is not very spicy and can be packed in kids lunch boxes too.
Snacks To refrain from being empty stomach till dinner time and to avoid surrendering to the hunger pangs by eating some high-calorie snack, keep a healthy snack always ready. The flaxseed crackers with chilled beetroot dip are rich in omega 3 fatty acids and a delicious evening snack.
Dinner Avoid rice for dinner since you have already had it for lunch. Dinner can be lip-smacking oats and moong dal tikki frankie that uses very little oil and a whole wheat base to up your fibre intake. Both oats and moong dal are super ingredients and so before you know you have a healthy and delectable dinner before you.
Exercises
At home Switch on your TV or laptop and play a Zumba video on it. Follow the steps and it s as good as attending the class right from home. Besides, dancing will make you feel happy and an hour of zumba will help you burn close to 800 calories. So put on your shoes and dance your way to fitness.
Yoga Yoga not only helps you lose weight and calm the mind but it can also aid in detoxification. The sahaja mayurasana pose will promote blood circulation and is an effective way to detoxify. It is also a great exercise for your collar bones and arms.
At the gym - Grab that stability ball at the gym for your crunches today. If you want six pack abs, you surely are performing crunches a few times a week. Use a stability ball for these to avoid any back issues or strain on the neck and back. Take the help of a trainer in case you are having trouble using the ball.
Sleep well tip Just like a good mattress and clean room, the right pillow can help you sleep better. The perfect pillow provides support for the neck and shoulder and prevents cervical problems in the long run. It also provides you a comfortable night sleep daily. Here s how you can choose the right pillow.
Fitness Plan Day 156
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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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