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Written By: Anuradha Varanasi | Published : July 2, 2016 7:30 AM IST
How many times have you found yourself thinking, When I have a slimmer body in the future, I will be happy or once I get that promotion, I will be more content with my job . While it s good to have goals and even beneficial to think about the future, don t tell yourself you will be happy only when you achieve them. Live in the moment and make the best out of your present to increase your productivity and in turn, lose more weight.
In fact, a study done by American researchers recently found that living in the moment increases your productivity. Here s how you can seize the day and make the most out of your time today:
Healthy Recipes
Breakfast: Eggs are one of the best breakfast ingredients and the best part is, it helps with weight loss. Experiment with eggs and try out new recipes to actually enjoy breakfast instead of forcing yourself to eat healthy. Begin your day with this egg salad with beetroot that can be whipped up in 15-20 minutes. You will be surprised to know of the various health benefits of beetroots.
Lunch: Toor dal is low in calories and is also enriched with folic acid, protein and fiber which is why it makes for a great dish if you re desperately trying to lose weight. Try out this dahiwali toor dal recipe for lunch along with a three to four rotis.
Snacks: Every Indian household will have at least one packet of khakhras that is enjoyed with hot chai every evening. However, buying readymade khakhras might not be the healthiest option because of its high sodium content and in some cases, the ingredients could be adulterated. Reap the health benefits of this humble snack item with Tarla Dalal s recipe for whole wheat methi khakhra.
Dinner: Are you worried that you re not eating enough vegetables? If you dislike salads, you can increase your fiber intake by adding more vegetables to your main course. Make rice with mixed veggies for dinner. This dish is simple and easy to make and still packed with flavour.
Exercises
At home: If you re only doing crunches for flat abs, you re not going to see any results. Instead, there are far easier and more effective exercises to tone your waist. Start practicing these 5 exercises for a sexy and flat tummy.
At the gym: After a long day, are you too exhausted to make the commute to your gym? Or maybe you don t feel like hitting the gym because of how crowded it is during mornings and evenings. You can still workout in the privacy of your house by using these everyday things for a full body workout.
Yoga:You are now much more fit than you were a few months ago, you can attempt more difficult yoga poses. Halasana helps in toning your back, buttocks and improves your posture. Also, if done the right way it can also help in getting rid of abdominal fat.
Sleep well tip: If you re having trouble sleeping at night because of a bloated stomach, it is because you had spicy and fatty meals during night time. There s no harm in indulging in high calorie foods from time to time, but avoid eating them post 7pm if you want to wake up feeling refreshed. Here s how spicy food can wreck havoc with your stomach.
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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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