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Written By: Bhakti Paun Sharma | Updated : February 1, 2016 6:13 PM IST
We are in week three already. We are sure waking up early, eating healthy and exercising have now become habits. Pat yourself on the back for this achievement, but rejoice only when you reach a stage where you cannot live without healthy food and exercising. So keep up the good efforts and start your day 17 with a big smile, because it is a weekend.
Morning: Begin your morning a little differently today. After your glass of warm honey lime water, jog to the nearest park with your family or friends. Plan it the previous night. Play a sport or just do your stretches and laugh out loud. The morning walk or jog will ensure you get your dose of Vitamin D too.
Healthy recipes It s Sunday, which means you need to have a feast. Go ahead, but in a healthy way. Don t deviate from your plan of eating a nutritious meal and exercising. We ve collated recipes for you that are perfect for this weather and are no less than a feast.
Breakfast: The weather demands piping hot breakfast and today you might even have time to cook, since it s a holiday. Start your day with these nutritious soya and vegetable parantha recipe. It is a kid friendly recipe and if you make stars for your little ones instead of round paranthas, there is no way they can refuse it.
Lunch: The Uttarayan or Sankranti fervor is still on. Treat yourself to a fibre rich multigrain Khichado, which is a Gujarati delicacy. Loaded with veggies, sprouts, grains and lots of flavour, you couldn't ask for a better meal on a lazy and chilly Sunday afternoon. The meal keeps you full for a long time and will make way for a light dinner tonight. Here s the recipe of the Multigrain Khichado.
Dinner: There is a possibility you are still feeling full because of the Khichado, so keep dinner light. This warm spinach and chickpea salad recipe is going to make cooking dinner tonight easy. This protein rich salad is great for diabetics and pregnant women too. The antioxidants from spinach will boost your immunity, which is quite essential in this weather.
Snacks: A heavy lunch calls for light snacks. Choose a seasonal fruit and snack on a bowl full. Grapes, both green and black are a great option. They are rich in fibre and have high water content. They also prevent constipation, boost immunity and are good for the eyes. Here s why snacking on grapes is beneficial for your health.
Exercise We know it's Sunday but do not take an off today. It s even better reason to work out as you have more time in hand than a working day.
Exercise at home: Don t want to miss the game or your favourite movie on TV, park yourself on the couch. Today the couch is going to be your exercise buddy. There s a whole set of exercises that you can do using the couch. These five exercises can be practiced during commercials or even while watching TV.
Gymming: Half month down the line you are familiar with the gym equipment. You have even started working on certain muscles with the help of targeted exercises. Today you can perform some weight training exercises for your forearms, triceps and biceps. These exercises are designed for both men and women but it is best to learn the exact stance and posture from your trainer before you begin these. Yoga: As you achieve mastery over eating right and the type of exercises you need to perform for a better shape and health, you must learn the art of meditation. Meditation takes care of your mental health and keeps you positive and relaxed. Here s a beginners guide to meditation that you can follow.
Sleep: Proper and sound sleep keeps you away from diseases. Make time, organise your day so that you can get at least 8 hours of sleep. If your body is sleep deprived, it leads to stress and depression too. Besides, it s not good for your heart health. Here s why your body needs 8 hours of sleep every day.
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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. Image Source: Shutterstock
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