Ramadan special
Tips for fitness during fasting
Fasting in holy month of Ramadan brings numerous health benefits and help to detoxify and revitalise our body and mind. But it can be a challenge for many of us, especially people with medical conditions. Staying fit during the holy month is very crucial to perform all the rituals. The following tips may help you to stay healthy.
Eating: Most of the health problems are likely to arise from inappropriate diet, over-eating and insufficient sleep. In view of the long hours of fasting, we should consume slow digesting foods at Sehri so that the food lasts longer making you less hungry during the day. These complex carbohydrates are found in foods that contain grains and seeds like barley, wheat, oats, beans, lentils, wholemeal flour, and unpolished rice.
Drinking: Drinking sufficient water and juices between Iftar and sleep to avoid dehydration and for detoxification of the digestive system are encouraged in fasting individuals. The intake of large amounts of caffeine-containing beverages should be avoided. But soup, fruit juices are a good source of energy, minerals and vitamin and are encouraged to drink.
Exercise: Continuing your typical exercise regime will not be easy during Ramadan. In fact, you should probably consider levelling down your exercise by taking a 20-minute brisk walk after breaking your fast.
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