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Written By: Anuradha Varanasi | Published : June 16, 2016 4:49 PM IST
One of the most common queries we get on our website and even Facebook live videos is how to get a flat stomach. Almost everyone is unhappy with how flabby their abdomen area looks. What many people don t realize is that you can t just get rid of unwanted fat only on one part of your body.
Also, doing 100 crunches a day won t get you flat abs like Deepika Padukone. Instead, you need to concentrate on your lower body and work out your thighs, hips and lower legs to tone your abs. Today s fitness plan and diet will help you knock off an inch or two from your waist if you follow these simple rules diligently.
Morning
Many people wake up feeling tired, fatigued and stressed out about all the tasks they have to complete during the day. Instead of feeling overwhelmed by all your responsibilities, put aside 15 minutes to apply some sandalwood paste or chandan on your forehead for a cooling effect on your body. Studies have found that these are the health benefits of applying chandan or sandalwood on your forehead.
Healthy recipes
Breakfast: Start your day with a power packed breakfast for a great start. By eating a healthy, wholesome and hearty breakfast, you re ensuring that your day begins on a productive note. What better way to fuel your body than with this healthy recipe of green parathas. What makes these parathas unique is that it is multi-grain with three different vegetables and is also easy to make. Invest time and effort in your diet to see better results from your workouts.
Lunch: Now that monsoon has arrived in many parts of the country, enjoy the rainfall and pleasant weather with a bowl of piping hot soup. Instead of ordering soup from a takeout place that will have high salt content, go healthy and whip some soup up at home. You could try this green apple and peas soup recipe by Chef Sanjeev Kapoor. For the main course, make chicken fried brown rice. This dish not only tastes good but will also help you lose weight as it is high in proteins and fiber.
Snacks: When we think of snacks, we Indians can only think of something deep fried or fattening. You need not starve yourself unnecessarily as that will only result in more binge-eating. Instead, make this healthy bruschetta which is only 125 calories! It is also easy to make and will get rid of your hunger pangs and food cravings.
Dinner: End your day on a healthy note by having soya bhurji with some rotis. For vegetarians, soya is a great source of lean proteins and the best part is, it is also low fat. Did you know, soy protein can help in lowering your cholesterol?
Exercises
At home: It is a good idea to start exercising at home and get warmed up before you hit the gym. The good part about working out your abs at home is you get the privacy you need and can focus more on your core muscles instead of worrying about getting enough space on your gym floor. Do these 5 easy home exercises that will help in toning your abs and getting a flat tummy.
Yoga: If your high protein diet has been making you feel constipated, yoga is a great way to facilitate your bowel movements. Watch this video of Shilpa Shetty performing yoga asanas that provide relief from constipation.
Gym: For men, the most common complaint is that despite working out, their legs look scrawny and even out of shape. Women, on the other hand, find it very difficult to get rid of unwanted fat in their thighs and hips. You should do these 6 gym exercises for well-toned legs. These gym exercises like squats and leg press won't only help you get sexy legs but they are also a great way to target your core muscles or abs and get flatter abs.
Sleep well tip
If find it difficult to fall asleep until 1am every night, it doesn t mean you re an insomniac or having any sleeping disorders. Instead, all you need to do is change your bedtime habits to sleep earlier and wake up feeling more refreshed. These are the 10 common sleep mistakes that people make.
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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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