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7 steps to a healthier life style
Eat, but don't pig out
When women resolve to lose weight, they are often black and white about it. They tend to want to cut out major food groups, telling themselves they cannot have any sweets, dessert or carbohydrates. It's a setup for failure, because by the time mid-January comes around, those resolutions are already in line for the next new year. It would be a much wiser decision to cut back on desserts. Maybe pick a Saturday to have dessert. Instead of deprivation, practice moderation. The reduction approach is much more realistic than the all-or-nothing technique, which labels foods as "good" or "bad." When people see certain edibles as "bad," they can end up obsessing about it. Or they may see dieting as punishment for a year of unhealthy eating. Concentrate on getting adequate servings of whole grains, calcium, fiber, fruits and vegetables. This can be as easy as having a high-fiber cereal with milk and a banana.
There's no reason why we shouldn't enjoy food just because we're over the weight that we should be. We just need to exercise moderation.
Be ready to be different
Many women who resolve to become more physically active think of going to the gym. They tend to hit the aerobic machines or join group exercise classes. They may get discouraged easily because they don't achieve desired weight loss or muscle tone in a certain time frame. They may quit because of lack of time, energy, or money. Or, they may tire of the gym atmosphere.
There are dozens of reasons why the best of workout intentions fail come February. Yet they don't have to end up that way if you're willing to step outside of a certain mode of thinking -- that exercise has to be done a certain way, at a certain place, at a certain time, and for a certain amount of time. Sometimes people have this 'all or none' mentality and they're so excited when they set the resolution that they judge themselves too harshly if they don't perfectly adhere to what they've set for themselves. It's better to set fitness goals that are realistic, achievable, and well defined.
If you can't get to the gym don't worry. There's a lot you can do with just what is around you. Maybe you can park your car a little further or get off at a bus stop one before you need to go and walk the rest of the way. You could carry your walking shoes with you and walk in your lunch break. You could even take the stairs instead of using the lift. You can even do some resistance training or aerobic exercise in your living room without getting into the fancy gym clothing or taking out time for commuting, and at your own convenience instead of fitting in the gym in your busy schedule.
Make the time
The mere thought of taking time to take care of themselves sends ripples of guilt through many women.
Research shows stress can wreak havoc on health. It's not unusual for the stressed to have stomachaches, diarrhea, increased appetite, and weight gain. Constant stress can also compromise the immune system, making people more vulnerable to colds and other infections. The pressure can also aggravate illnesses, produce anxiety and depression, disrupt valuable sleep, decrease sex drive and raise blood pressure. Identify the stresses, prioritise them according to importance, and then tackle them one at a time. Start with an easy objective, and then move on to another mini goal.
So this new year, think of what's important to you, make your resolutions, and vow to make this the beginning of a happier, healthier you.
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Jyoti Mehta
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