Written By: Anusha Iyengar | Updated : February 1, 2016 6:13 PM IST
A weekend is no excuse to indulge in calories or miss your workouts. You have been so strong and determined with your fitness plan on Day 1 and Day 2, don't give up now! You have a long way to go. Try meditating to keep your mind off cravings and the urge to skip workouts. Believe us, it will boost your mood and get you back in your fitness mode. On Day 3, let's try to keep calm and work towards not giving in to indulgences and missing workouts.
Morning: Soaked almonds are something that even our grandmothers have been asking us to have every morning. It not only helps sharpen your memory like the elders claim, but it comes with a lot of other health benefits too. Here are 6 reasons why you should have soaked almonds every morning.
Healthy recipes
Breakfast: Love idlis, do you? Idlis are one of the most healthiest foods for breakfast and an excellent way to start your day on a healthy note. Give idlis a twist this weekend and try out this healthy masala idli recipe.
Lunch: Weekend calls for delicious foods on the table, but it must also be healthy and nutritious. This mixed vegetable soup recipe will definitely keep you and your family wanting for more. Eat on time and don't hit the bed after lunch for a nap. Wait for some time, take a walk if you can, to let your food digest.
Snacks: Got some leftover chapatis? Don't throw them away. You can make this delicious masala chapati noodles recipe instead. It makes your taste buds, mood and your body happy and healthy.
Dinner: Are you one of those families who especially make non-vegetarian food on weekends? Then you must definitely try this healthier version of chicken and rice. Check out the grilled chicken risotto recipe and you can thank us later!
Exercises for beginners
Now since you have taken so much effort in cooking and eating all the healthy food, it's time to get some action. By that, we mean you need to exercise and sweat your way towards a strong, healthy and toned body. You can also meditate for some time or do some warm up stretches to get yourself started on a motivational note. If you need constant motivation, we suggest you workout in front of a mirror. Looking at yourself and at your progress will make you more enthusiastic about exercising.
Home: If you hate working out at the gym, you can start your workouts at home itself. You won't have to necessarily buy all the gym equipment at home. You can just follow this 10-minute exercise at home to stay fit.
Yoga: Vajrasana is one of the basic asanas that helps you strengthen your legs and also helps you meditate. It is recommended that you do vajrasana after your meals, since it improves digestion. This is how to do the vajrasana. Sitting in this pose for some 5-10 minutes will relieve you from all the stress.
Gym: Walking on a treadmill is a great way to reduce your risks of cardiovascular diseases and a very effective way of losing weight. But you must ensure to do it correctly or it can lead to injuries. Here are some tips to use the treadmill effectively.
Sleep well tip
Your sleeping position says a lot about your health. You don't want to wake up to a back pain. Make some minor additions or changes to your sleeping positions to get the most of your sleep, like placing a pillow under your knee and so on. Here are some tips to help you sleep better.
Well, if you are motivated to start your New Year with a bang, spread the word by tagging your friends and #NewYearNewYou and@HealthSite4U. You can even mail your pictures, and we ll post in on Facebook, Instagram and share it with ourTheHealthSite.com Community.
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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