Follow these simple steps to stay healthy and fit
1: Weigh food with a scale. Don't eyeball or use measuring cups unless you're on the road/at a party.2: Always try to beat your previous workout set performance. The attitude is "always go for more."
7: If you cannot get the range of motion you like, drop the weight so you do. Don't deny you're doing half-ass work.
8: If you have only 30 minutes to do either weights or cardio, do cardio. Why? I don't like speed training with weights. Personal preference. And more rest usually equals more strength.
9: Only consume a caffeinated drink pre-workout. I don't have a morning cup of regular coffee unless I work out after.
10: Get plenty of salt from mustard, broth, etc. Salt doesn't make me fat, it just makes me hold a little more water. It's okay. No sodium = lowered performance.
Some best tips :
- If you do not take this many steps in a day, you will need to find ways to be more active in your daily life. If you do not, you may be at risk for weight gain, high cholesterol, high blood pressure and chronic diseases.
- If this is not an option, try to commute in more than 1 way. Take the bus half of the way and walk the rest of the way to work. You can also park 1⁄2 or 1 mile (0.8 or 1.6 km) away from the office, and walk to and from your car.
- Studies have shown a link between small muscle movements, metabolism and weight control. People who are skinny tend to incorporate more small movements into their daily life. They may not even be aware that they are doing it. Start a habit of moving your body in a way that is not likely to annoy you or others.
- A British survey found that women said they cleaned approximately 2 and a half hours per week. This is approximately the same amount of moderate exercise that is recommended by doctors.
- Getting a dog is not a matter to be taken lightly. If you already have a dog, think of ways that you can play more with it. If you cannot afford to take care of a dog, see if any neighbors need a dog walker. Many times elderly people with pets cannot take them on long walks or to dog parks to run and play games.