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Written By: Poorva Chavan | Updated : February 22, 2016 10:53 AM IST
Fitness is like an addiction, the more you exercise and eat right, the more you want to stay fit. By now, you must be loving this new way of life and the changes that you see in yourself are a proof of it. Let these changes motivate you to keep going.
Morning--Most of us Indians have a tulsi plant at home. Chew a few tulsi leaves on an empty stomach in the morning. Tulsi leaves help in boosting your immunity and protect you from common infections. Here's more on how tulsi leaves keep you healthy.
Healthy Recipes
Breakfast--Parathas are one of the best options for breakfast. They are carbohydrate rich and hence keep you energetic and full for a long time. But eating aloo or muli paratha every day can be boring. That's why try this semolina paratha. It's not only easy to make but tastes good too. Here's the recipe.
Lunch-- We usually eat oats for breakfast, but they make an excellent ingredient in curries and sabzis too. Here's a new twist to your palak paneer by Chef Vijkas Khanna-Oats Palak Paneer. It is filled with the goodness of palak and the oats add to the richness of the gravy.
Snacks--There are times when a bowl of fresh fruits just won't satisfy your hunger. At such times, it's okay to give in to your cravings. There's always a healthy way to cook your favourite food. Here's one such nutritious burger recipe.
Dinner--Tandoori chicken is one of the healthiest food to eat. The chicken is marinated in spices and curd and cooked in a tandoor or an oven which eliminates the need to use oil or butter. Here's the recipe for skinny tandoori chicken by nutritionist Marika Johansson.
Exercise
At home--If you are exercising at home, stick to simple workouts that target a particular part of the body. Since we all dream of a flat and toned belly, here are a few exercises you can do at home and get a flat, toned stomach.
Yoga-- We simply underestimate the power of breathing and many times forget to take a deep breath. Practise Anulom Vilom pranayam. It not only improves your breathing capacity which means your body receives more oxygen but also keeps your lungs healthy. Here's how you can perform anulom vilom pranayam.
At the gym--If you are working out at the gym, you can focus on working out your back. The one-arm dumbbell row is a great exercise for that. It tones your middle back and is also good for people with lower back problems. Here's more about the exercise.
Sleep well tip--Drink a glass of warm turmeric milk. Turmeric milk is great for boosting your immunity and it also help you fall asleep. Here's more about why you should drink turmeric milk.
Fitness Plan Day 52
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 our TheHealthSite.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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