He who has health has hope and he who has hope has everything
says an Arabian proverb. But in
today’s extremely busy and fast world we are all caught up in our
daily affairs so much that we end up neglecting our health. Here are
some simple ways to stay fit, that inspite of our busy schedules can
do wonders…
Move more
Make it a daily
challenge to find ways to move your body. Climb stairs if given a
choice between that and elevators. Walk your dog; chase your kids;
toss the ball with friends, mow the lawn. Anything that moves your
limbs is not only a fitness tool; it’s stress buster. Move in small
increments of time. It doesn’t have to be an hour in the gym or a
45 minute aerobic dance class or tai chi or kickboxing. But
that’s great when you’re up to it.Meanwhile, move
more.
Cut fat
Avoid the
obvious such as fried foods, burgers and other fatty meats (i.e.
pork, bacon, ham, salami, ribs and sausage ). Dairy products such as
cheese, cottage cheese, milk and cream should be eaten in low-fat
versions. Nuts and sandwich meats, mayonnaise, margarine, butter and
sauces should be eaten in limited amounts. Most are available in
lower fat-free cheese and mayonnaise.
Quit smoking
The jury is
definitely in on this verdict. Smoking is harmful to your health,
Beware. Warn your children of the false romance or ‘tough guy’
stance of smokers.
Reduce stress
Eaiser said than
done, stress busters come in many forms. Some techniques recommended
by experts are to think positive thoughts. Spend 30 minutes a day
doing something you like.( i.e., soak in a hot tub; visit a park;
read a good book; visit a friend; play with your children or pets;
listen to soothing music; watch a funny movie. Get a massage, a
facial or a haircut. Meditate. Count to ten before losing temper or
getting aggravated. Avoid difficult people when possible.
Protect yourself
from pollution
If you can’t
live in a smog-free environment, at least avoid smoke-filled rooms,
highway fumes and exercising near busy thoroughfares. Exercise
outside when the smog rating is low. Exercise indoors in air
conditioning when air quality is good. Plant lost of shrubbery in
your yard. It’s a good pollution and dirt from the street
deterrent.
Wear your seat
belt
Statistics show
that seat belts add to longevity and help alleviate potential
injuries in car crashes.
Floss your teeth
Recent studies
make a direct connection between longevity and teeth flossing. Nobody
knows exactly why. Perhaps it’s because people who floss tend to be
more health conscious than people who don’t. Floss and be your
body’s boss
Avoid excessive
drinking
While recent
studies show a glass of wine or drink a day(two for men) can help
protect against heart disease, more than that can cause other health
problems such as liver and kidney disease and cancer.
Keep positive
mental outlook
There’s a
definitive connection between living well and healthily and having a
cheerful outlook on life. You can’t be unhappy when you’re
smiling or singing.
Choose your
parents well
The link between
genetics and health is a powerful one. But just because one or both
of your parents died young in ill-health doesn’t mean you cannot
counteract the genetic pool handed you. Follow these basic tips for
healthy living and you can better control your own destiny.
Work out at work
It getting busy
in the garden is only a dream, as you spend most of your time behind
a desk, don’t despair! Get up, stretch and walk around at least
once an hour. While sitting stretch your legs, flex your feet and
circle your ankles. Run errands, fetch the post and always try to get
out for a walk at lunchtime. Don’t let the work your excuse of
being unhealthy, flex your muscle while working.
Have a fitness
social
You’re
probably already having a holiday lunch or brunch with friends, so go
as a group to a yoga or Pilates class beforehand for a relaxing
pre-holiday stretch session. The average human tendency is to get
bored in some time if they alone go for a morning walk or a gym.
Having a company helps you to have fun and stay in routine. Make your
journey to healthy life a fun filled affair.
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