55 Trade baked goodies with fresh fruits.
Pastries, cakes and cookies are all high in carbohydrates and sugar which can lead to weight gain. Have a piece of apple instead or any other fruit in season.
56 When eating out, choose the healthiest meals.
Learn the art of choosing healthier meal options. It can also help if you share your meals with the people you are with if it is an informal gathering.
57 Avoid using condiments.
Some condiments are generally bad for the health so try to avoid using them as much as possible. While condiments are known to add more flavor and aroma in food, there are those that come fully loaded with sugar which poses serious health risks.
Here are some pointers on what you can use and what to avoid:
Enjoy the following condiments: • Mustard • Hot sauce • Vinegars • Cream cheese • Worcestershire sauce • Horseradish • Pesto • Soy sauce • Sour cream Avoid the following condiments: • Barbecue sauce • Maple syrup • Teriyaki sauce • Ketchup • Cocktail sauce • Regular jellies and jams
58 When travelling, check out gym facilities.
Travelling out of town or out of the country should not disrupt you regular exercise regimen. Check out available facilities and include exercise in your itinerary. You can also bring along a few simple gym equipment like skipping rope or an elastic band if you want to exercise at the comforts of your hotel room.
59 Do your research on local restaurants that offer healthy alternatives.
When being in an unfamiliar place it can be all too easy to eat what is convenient and readily available. To help you stick to your diet, check out healthy options within the area. You can always ask in front desk for assistance.
60 Bring your lunch.
Instead of grabbing a quick bite at the cafeteria or a nearby fast food chain, bring along your lunch by storing it in a brown bag. This will give you better control on what type of food you eat and how much you consume. It can be good idea to prepare large batches of meals so you can bring along extras for your lunch.
61 Trade your recliner with an exercise ball.
The growing trend among modern offices today is the use of exercise balls in place of ordinary office chairs. This is a perfect option for people whose work requires them to spend long hours behind the desk. Exercise balls will require you to maintain proper posture and use muscles for balance. It is a good passive workout for desk bound employees.
62 Use your break time wisely.
Instead of taking a nap or chatting with your colleagues, maximize your break time by going out for a short walk. It can be good idea to bring along some comfy shoes that you can use.
63 Conduct a meeting on the go.
Instead of staying cooped up in the conference room, maximize time by conducting your meeting outdoors or while walking towards another location. This will not only save you time, it presents a perfect excuse to stretch your legs and exercise.
64 Invest in a pedometer.
This is a small device you can wear to measure the number of steps you make in a day. This will help you keep track and serve as a reminder all throughout the day. It can also be a great tool to you reach your fitness objectives even while at the office or while running some errands.
65 Learn to modify.
Every so often you may find yourself in situations where it is difficult to stick to your fitness routine. The trick here is to learn to adjust to situations. If you don’t have dumbbells around you can use canned goods or water bottles as alternative options. Learn to make use of available resources and be creative.
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