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Friday, 9 October 2015
Does this sound like you? During the summer months exercise is a significant part of your lifestyle; healthy eating is second nature and swimming, running, or walking under the warm sun is the perfect way to start or finish your day. Then daylight-savings ends and almost overnight, it becomes impossible to get out of bed. Exercise plans go out the window and your total lack of energy means gym motivation is at an all-time low. Keeping in shape over the winter months is difficult for a lot of people and inspiration is hard to come by when it’s dark and cold outside, but we’re hoping we can help…
For those trying to keep their weight under control, here is a weight loss tip… exercising in the cold actually burns more calories! To get your temperature up, you need to move faster and work your body harder. Try incorporating some vigorous cardio into your exercise plan; you’ll be amazed how appealing jogging, cycling, power walking and circuit training becomes when you’re trying to get warm.
Exercise has a positive effect on our mind, body and spirit. If you are suffering from depression or stress, regular gentle exercise is one way to improve your overall sense of well-being. One way that exercise improves our mental state is by removing the by-products of stress that surge through our bodies, helping us to find inner calm.Some forms of exercise that are renowned for improving emotional well-being are yoga, Pilates and Tai Chi, but tranquillity can also be found in gentle jogging or walking.
Just do it! Half of the battle is taking the first step. Finding inspiration is no small feat when the temptation of bed is calling, so try out a few tricks to see what motivates you. That might mean packing your gym bag before going to sleep the night before, arranging to work out with a friend or getting into your gear before leaving work.Try to switch off that inner monologue that’s deterring you just long enough so that you can get started. Don’t open the curtains to check the weather before you put on your gear, just get dressed and go. Once you’ve started, it’s more than likely you’ll finish.
Including natural superfoods in your diet can increase your energy and exercise performance. Maca and Spirulina in particular can benefit you massively. Maca is an ancient Peruvian root vegetable, dating back as far as 1600BC. Native to the Andes Mountains of Peru, Maca has been used for centuries by one of the oldest civilizations on earth - the Incas, for its nutritional and medicinal benefits. Traditionally Maca has been used to improve stamina, endurance, athletic performance and overall energy. Try sprinkling Maca onto your porridge this winter.Spirulina is a powerful source of natural nutrients ideal for vegetarians, athletes or anyone in need of an energy boost. Spirulina has numerous benefits, providing antioxidant protection as well as support for everyday health and vitality.Alternatively CoenzymeQ10 (CoQ10) is a vitamin-like nutrient found in all body cells. The main function of CoQ10 is to promote energy production within our cells. Cells with the greatest energy requirement, such as the cells in the heart, liver and immune system, have the largest need for CoQ10. While CoQ10 is usually manufactured in the body, supplementation may be required due to a natural decline in CoQ10 levels that comes with ageing.
Not all products recommended may be available in South Africa at this time.
Not all products recommended may be available in South Africa at this time