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Written By: Bhakti Paun Sharma | Published : September 4, 2016 9:16 AM IST
After a cheat day, you are definitely geared up to get back to your routine. After all, staying fit has now become a habit. So wake up to the routine and gear up for today s fitness plan.
Morning There is enough said on the benefits of staying hydrated and drinking lots of water. So begin your day with 1-2 glasses of water. It flushes out the toxins from your body and also aids digestion. If possible, drink water stored overnight in a copper vessel. Here s why drinking water in copper vessel is beneficial.
Breakfast If you love idlis and dosas for breakfast, you re surely fond of uttapams too. Try this masoor dal uttapam for breakfast which is an instant hit among kids and adults. It s loaded with veggies and is rich in fibre and protein.
Lunch Seafood is packed with nutrients and is delicious too. Prepare this simple delicacy pepper prawns for lunch today and enjoy it with rotis. The dish packs about 150 calories only and can be prepared quickly.
Snack Khakhras are an amazing savoury snack. The best part is it has so many variations in flavour. So if you are bored of the regular plain khakhras, try this whole wheat methi khakhra recipe. You can enjoy it with a healthy dip or a cup of tea.
Dinner A bowl of clear soup can make you hungry post dinner but if you have a soup that s loaded with veggies, it s a meal in its own. Try this lemon coriander soup for dinner today. It does not use stock cubes and is made from scratch which makes it more nutritious.
Exercises
At home If you don t have enough time to do some exercises in the morning, start your day with simple home exercises. About 20-30 minutes in the morning can keep you energized and active all day. Try these morning stretching exercises at home.
Yoga Dreaming of those washboard abs? Try tolasana or the scale pose for working your abs and seeing the benefits. This asana also helps you get rid of the arm flab.
At the gym Try hyperextension at the gym today. It s a lower back exercise that also works on hamstrings and your butt. It is fairly simple to perform and you can try to bend a little more each time you do this exercise. Here s all you need to know about getting a sculpted back with weight training.
Sleep well tip Facing the computer, TV or mobile screen all day leaves your eyes fatigued. Relax them before you go to bed for a peaceful sleep. You can dip cotton balls in rose water and palce it on your eyes or place slices of cucumber to feel relaxed.
Fitness plan day 245
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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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