1. Exercise daily and stay active always
Go for the simple ways to stay active - avoid using the lifts and escalators, instead hit the stairs. Do household chores, take your dog for a walk, play with your children, siblings. Even a rigorous dance routine can help you - go clubbing with friends and dance the night away.
The best thing about exercising is that it not only keeps you healthy and fit it also keeps stress at bay.
Working out is essential for everyone. "If you are pregnant, have arthritis, are recovering form an injury or searching for variety in your workout programs, then you can opt for water-exercising."
2. Eat right and stay beautiful
Making healthy choices in your diet is the beginning of a fit body. Skipping meals due to work and opting for unhealthy fast food option later is wrong.Eating smaller helpings is wise and having more than three meals a day is another thing that people should remember.The amount of water you drink in a day is also important. Drinking less water is the big mistake. "It's a misconception that drinking a lot of water causes water-retention."Avoiding fried foods, burgers and processed meats is important. Dairy products such as cheese and cream could be eaten in low fat versions. Staying off mayonnaise, butter and sauces in your sandwiches.
3. Make 'No Smoking' your motto
We all know how harmful smoking is and it is time we started taking it seriously. You don't want cancer and other life-threatening diseases, do you? We know it is tough to give up but then once you make up your mind stick to it. Take it slow. Reduce your intake every single day. Set a goal of 'not more than one a day and then go on to 'not more than one a month' and soon you will see that you are leading a smoke-free life. Smoking, even when it is passive smoking, is enough to harm your health.
4. Break up with stress!
Practicing yoga asanas in our daily lives can help. It not only keeps your body fit and active but it also helps to keep your mind active and alert.".
5. Beware of pollution
This can be a challenge but you can always try and avoid highly polluted areas. Keep your surrounding green.
6. Stay away from binge drinking
Yes, occasional glass of wine can help protect against heart disease but if you keep guzzling bottles and don't know when to stop then you are inviting serious trouble. Have mercy on your liver!
7. Think positive
Having a positive outlook towards life is essential.
8. Spend quality time with friends and family
It is said that when you are spending happy moments with your family and friends then it reflects on your well-being. There is a certain feeling of catharsis.
9. Sleep well
Adequate sleep can work wonders for your physical as well as mental health. Problems like feeling irritated and grumpy to suffering from body ache and restlessness can be due to lack of proper sleep.
