Yes, we know you have been working really hard and by now you sure
have lost some inches and can fit into your old designer jeans. What
can’t fit in yet? But it’s not too long before you become the envy of
the town given your dedication and determination. But wait don’t push
yourself too hard. Your muscles need enough time to recover from the
wear and tear they have to go through the entire week, so give yourself a
break. However, don’t go overboard with cheating. Remember, one day of
wrong doing is enough to put all your effort down the drain. So here is
the healthy way to enjoy your rest day.
Morning: We hope you are not having a hangover from the previous night (Saturday night), and you are off alcohol for good reasons. But if you are, still don’t delay your wake-up time. Get up as soon as your alarm rings and head to the kitchen to drink a glass of warm water which will re-hydrate you. When you feel a bit better, try making yourself a banana smoothie. According to Anthony Hill, author of the book Hangover Survival Guide, bananas are perfect to beat a hangover. Bananas are full of sugar, potassium, magnesium and vitamin B6. The potassium helps relieve aches and pains throughout your body, helps keep a stomach upset at bay and beats heartburn as well. Gulp it down and then go for a run, jog or stroll. Here are nine ways natural hangover remedies which actually work.
Healthy meal plan
Since today is your rest day, it is obvious that you would like to cheat with your favourite food. Well, the idea is to eat healthy but in moderation even if it means eating caloric dense foods. Here is how your diet should be:
Brunch: Weekend brunch with family and friends is a wonderful way to relax and rejuvenate. So if you have planned for one make sure that you choose your foods very wisely. Don’t go overboard with fats and sugar. Include fresh fruits and low-fat porridges to keep you from eating unhealthy. Here is a healthy low-calorie pancake recipe for your Sunday brunch.
Snack: A brunch means hunger pangs as early as 4 or 5 pm, and if you turn to desserts and chips at this hour it isn’t going to help your muscles gain any nutrients through food so choose healthy snacks and yes there are a variety of Indian snacks that give you less that 150 calories, enough nutrients and keeps your full until dinner time. Here are 10 Indian snacks that give you less than 150 calories.
Oh, you love hot beverages in the evening isn’t it? No, don’t cheat with your sugar and cream laden big cup of coffee instead try one of these healthy herbal teas.
Dinner: So what’s cooking for dinner? How about trying a healthy grilled chicken, honey orange salad or honey smeared chicken. Here are eight other healthy chicken recipes you can try for your Sunday brunch. Want to try something in vegetarian? How about having a mushroom omelette with your dal rice?
Exercise: Yes, it is your rest day but keep in mind you still need to give your body a boost to keep going. Here is what you can do at home:
At home: Take a yoga mat and do some stretching at home to help your sore muscles relax. This will also help you work on your flexibility and help your muscles heal fast. Here are three stretching exercises you can try at home.
At the gym: We appreciate if you go to the gym on a Sunday. Try running on the treadmill or using the stationary bike as a cool down exercise program for your weekend.
Yoga: Well you can actually do Surya Namaskar at home during the weekend as it is a perfect total body workout and the best thing to do on a lazy Sunday to just keep yourself fit. Here is how to do the suryanamaskar the right way.
Sleep: Go to bed early on a Sunday night if you want to save yourself from the Monday morning blues. Can’t get to sleep? Why don’t you sleep naked to help yourself doze off? Naked sleep works wonders for your health and what better way to end your Sunday being comfortable with your own newfound body. Here are six healthy reasons to sleep naked.
Previous day plan
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 onFacebook, 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.’
Morning: We hope you are not having a hangover from the previous night (Saturday night), and you are off alcohol for good reasons. But if you are, still don’t delay your wake-up time. Get up as soon as your alarm rings and head to the kitchen to drink a glass of warm water which will re-hydrate you. When you feel a bit better, try making yourself a banana smoothie. According to Anthony Hill, author of the book Hangover Survival Guide, bananas are perfect to beat a hangover. Bananas are full of sugar, potassium, magnesium and vitamin B6. The potassium helps relieve aches and pains throughout your body, helps keep a stomach upset at bay and beats heartburn as well. Gulp it down and then go for a run, jog or stroll. Here are nine ways natural hangover remedies which actually work.
Healthy meal plan
Since today is your rest day, it is obvious that you would like to cheat with your favourite food. Well, the idea is to eat healthy but in moderation even if it means eating caloric dense foods. Here is how your diet should be:
Brunch: Weekend brunch with family and friends is a wonderful way to relax and rejuvenate. So if you have planned for one make sure that you choose your foods very wisely. Don’t go overboard with fats and sugar. Include fresh fruits and low-fat porridges to keep you from eating unhealthy. Here is a healthy low-calorie pancake recipe for your Sunday brunch.
Snack: A brunch means hunger pangs as early as 4 or 5 pm, and if you turn to desserts and chips at this hour it isn’t going to help your muscles gain any nutrients through food so choose healthy snacks and yes there are a variety of Indian snacks that give you less that 150 calories, enough nutrients and keeps your full until dinner time. Here are 10 Indian snacks that give you less than 150 calories.
Oh, you love hot beverages in the evening isn’t it? No, don’t cheat with your sugar and cream laden big cup of coffee instead try one of these healthy herbal teas.
Dinner: So what’s cooking for dinner? How about trying a healthy grilled chicken, honey orange salad or honey smeared chicken. Here are eight other healthy chicken recipes you can try for your Sunday brunch. Want to try something in vegetarian? How about having a mushroom omelette with your dal rice?
Exercise: Yes, it is your rest day but keep in mind you still need to give your body a boost to keep going. Here is what you can do at home:
At home: Take a yoga mat and do some stretching at home to help your sore muscles relax. This will also help you work on your flexibility and help your muscles heal fast. Here are three stretching exercises you can try at home.
At the gym: We appreciate if you go to the gym on a Sunday. Try running on the treadmill or using the stationary bike as a cool down exercise program for your weekend.
Yoga: Well you can actually do Surya Namaskar at home during the weekend as it is a perfect total body workout and the best thing to do on a lazy Sunday to just keep yourself fit. Here is how to do the suryanamaskar the right way.
Sleep: Go to bed early on a Sunday night if you want to save yourself from the Monday morning blues. Can’t get to sleep? Why don’t you sleep naked to help yourself doze off? Naked sleep works wonders for your health and what better way to end your Sunday being comfortable with your own newfound body. Here are six healthy reasons to sleep naked.
Previous day plan
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 onFacebook, 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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