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With many gyms closed because of the coronavirus pandemic, WFH is making way for WOFH: Working Out From Home.

I use a lot of makeshift materials to work out, says Anne Barreca, of Brooklyn, New York. Without access to a gym or swimming pool, she uses whats in her environment for exercise, including the stairs leading to her third-floor walkup, groceries, resistance bands, furniture sliders, dish towels even her 5-month-old son, Benjamin, whom she calls the worlds cutest kettlebell. Hes the perfect size for squats and lunges (comes with the noises too, her husband, Brian, jokes).

Its better than nothing, Barreca said. Something is always better than just being lazy or sitting around. There's no such thing as a perfect workout.

Exercising using ones body weight or with whats available, of course, isnt a new phenomenon.

In 1976s Rocky, the underdog boxer trained by punching slabs of beef in a meat freezer and running up the 72 steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. In 1982, Jane Fonda donned spandex and leg warmers to bring her total body aerobics routine, Jane Fondas Workout, to women around the world. It sold over 17 million copies, becoming the best-selling VHS tape of all time.

In that same spirit, fitness enthusiasts are discovering new ways to work out and get back to basics in the age of COVID-19.

For Barreca, finding creative hacks to get moving and accepting this new normal wasnt easy. Being an avid runner and swimmer, she continued her exercise regimen well into her pregnancy and was eager to get back to her routine after giving birth. As fate would have it, her doctors gave her the all-clear to resume working out on March 16 the day gyms and pools closed in New York. It was like a cruel joke, she says.

But she didnt let the gym shutdowns, or that shes parenting a newborn during a pandemic, discourage her.

It forces you to tap into the inner reserves you have of patience and creativity, Barreca said. I love gyms as much as anyone. I hope I get to go back, but its not a necessity for maintaining your fitness, which is a very beautiful reminder.

In Largo, Florida, Shani Bryant says she has also learned this lesson while sheltering-in-place and working from home. Her pre-COVID workout group consisted of fellow fitness enthusiasts in her office, all moms, who worked out together every day during their lunch hour, from weight training and HIIT (high intensity interval training) to spin class. They even wore matching shirts and drank the same pre-workout supplement.

It was legit, like a sisterhood, Bryant said.

And while they all tried to keep up that sisterhood when they began working from home, exercising together online via Microsoft Teams, Bryant says she eventually started getting busier and working through lunchtime. She also pointed out that not everyone in the group has the same equipment or resources at home.

All the weights were sold out in the stores, so I couldnt find any barbells or kettlebells, Bryant said. Between January and March, orders for fitness equipment (kettlebells, dumbbells, stationary bikes and treadmills) saw a 55 percent boost in online sales, according to Adobes Digital Economy Index.

Despite those challenges, and sometimes missing the rigor of her old gym workouts, Bryant says shes giving herself some grace and putting less pressure on herself to maintain her old routine. Though shes visited the gym twice since reopening, with social distancing measures in place, she says its difficult to work out in a mask and shes unsure about going back, as cases in Florida continue to rise. She tells herself: Relax, youre in a pandemic. Its OK if you cant lose those other 10 pounds that you were trying to do before your birthday. Its OK.

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She says she has learned to appreciate slower workouts, such as long walks outside with her 3-year-old son.

He loves chasing the birds, riding his bike, looking at all the trees, Bryant said. Now were definitely outdoors and exploring a little bit more, which is nice.

Stacey Tinianov, in Santa Clara, California, has also been forced to slow down. A mom of two teens and a cancer survivor, Tinianov was attending 5 a.m. classes at a nearby Orangetheory fitness studio four days a week and when she didnt make it to a class, she went to 24 Hour Fitness in the evenings to work out on the elliptical. On weekend mornings, she would go on three- to four-hour walks with friends or do a tandem bicycle ride with her husband.

Now, with fitness centers closed, her family has created some new habits.

Every morning, we get up, I go on my walk and he commutes to work, Tinianov said about her husbands daily bike ride. And so he does this 20-mile loop, comes home, showers and then goes to the garage and works all day.

But she admits its challenging to exercise outside and do the constant calculus of social distancing.

It's really weird to walk in a neighborhood because you'll see people and you're like: OK, who should walk in the street? Who should stay on the sidewalk? Who needs to cross the road? Tinianov said. It doesn't feel relaxing, because you're constantly trying to gauge what you should do and it just seems to be a lot involved now in kind of calculating it, rather than just going out for a walk.

Although she hasnt been able to recreate Orangetheory at home (the app doesnt translate the same vibes as an in-person workout, she says), a small silver lining has been finding new activities she tried a zumba class for the first time over Zoom and she started doing some yoga thanks to YouTube. She also completed a four-week exercise challenge, Chloe Tings Summer Shred Challenge, with her 19-year-old daughter.

I definitely would not have done yoga online, Tinianov said. I just wouldn't have. And I don't know why I tried it this time, but I'm glad I did. I like it. I find it incredibly calming.

More walking and yoga matches up with how Fitbit users are working out during the pandemic, according to a recent Fitbit analysis that looked at data from mid-April.

Walk exercises, or brisk walks that last for at least 15 minutes, are up, and walks still constitute a large portion of user exercises, the analysis said. Weve also seen substantial increases in the popularity of biking, yoga and aerobic workouts. Among users who exercised at least once per week, yoga and biking have seen an increase of over 40 percent, while aerobic workouts have increased by more than 20 percent meaning that users are taking this time to switch up their fitness routines.

When it comes to exercising during this new normal without access to old routines and resources, the key is motivation, said Dr. Sari Shepphird, a sports psychologist and psychotherapist in California.

It takes some creative thought, which is why motivations so important because if you're lacking the motivation, you're not going to want to put in the time to creatively problem solve, Shepphird said.

She suggests finding a sense of community, even virtually, if possible. Coaches and trainers online are trying to do just that, even with exercises that might typically require physical contact.

Joey DeMalavez, owner of Joltin Jabs in Philadelphia, just reopened his boxing gym, but is continuing some virtual sessions. At one point during Pennsylvanias stay-at-home order, he was leading 11 Zoom classes per week. Known for his discipline and a stickler for form, the former pro boxer had to adapt technologically to continue reaching his clients. He says while he cant be there physically to adjust their form, doing the workout with them and yelling through his computer screen has been working pretty well.

I won't call them out by name but as I'm looking, I'll say, Put that hand up, DeMalavez said.

I remind them, Remember that checklist, check it off, chin down, shoulder pointed, hands up, knees bent, balls of your feet, 45 your front foot. So I'm constantly going like that.

It can be harder to read the room when clients are in different places with their mics often muted, says Tasha Gray, co-owner and a trainer at FitnessSocial, a studio in Fresno, California that recently resumed in-person sessions. You just learn to make it work, she said.

During months of remote sessions, Grays studio went ahead and gave away or rented kettlebells to clients depending on their membership level.

For Amber Patty, a personal trainer and gymnast in Salt Lake City, online classes have meant more clients and a broader reach. With Upside Down Ambo, she blends body weight exercises with gymnastics movements, and even teaches classes on how to do a handstand.

Theres ways to train people without being there, Patty said. If somebody can't kick up to a wall, I have ways to get them upside down and get them strengthened and get them to a place where they can kick up without being there. ... There definitely is a benefit if I'm right there, but there are camps and classes where the teacher has like 20 people and they just can't really help everyone. So it's still helpful, and I've seen a lot of progress with my clients through Zoom with the handstands.

And as Americans spend more time indoors or socially distantanced, whether youre working out or just trying to survive, Shepphird recommends fighting anxiety or whats the point? thoughts by using tips and tricks from sports psychology.

This is a lot about mindset, Shepphird said. To identify what youcan control, and then focus on putting your effort there is going to make a big difference in the quality of your life on an emotional and mental level. And then another skill that's often used in sport is mindfulness To be aware of what it is that you're experiencing and not judge yourself for whatever it is that you feel, but to just observe it. Not be afraid of your own thoughts, but to allow them to come and then problem solve once you realize what it is that you're feeling.

To say fitness habits are changing is an understatement, Shepphird says. People are working out in new ways and with new frequency.

Tinianov is embracing more family time and different ways to move. Barreca, who used to spend one or two hours on the perfect workout, now does multiple mini-workouts throughout the day while her baby naps. When she does jog, she pretends her mask is a VO2 max increaser because thinking of it as a pandemic mask is sad and thinking of it as a way to increase VO2 max makes it slightly mentally easier. Bryant, who still keeps in touch with her workout crew, has delved into healthier cooking and gets outside more.

Maybe our bodies needed this break, Bryant said. Maybe this is a time we needed to take a break and rest our bodies, rest our minds a little bit, regroup and just use this time wisely.

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Struggling to keep to your fitness goals? Or are there any other life goals eluding your grasp?

Well according to new research, the key is to copy those around you.

Researchers from theUniversity of Pennsylvania looked at a new method to nudge people to achieve their goals a "copy-paste" prompt.

One of the reasons why people struggle to reach their goals is due to a gap in information on how to achieve these goals, and while a mentor strategy is one proposal to overcome it, it has some limitations.

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Men more amenable

They divided 1 028 participants into three groups looking to exercise more. One group was told to find a routine themselves used by someone they know, one was given a routine by the researchers and another group was just instructed to reach their goals however they wanted.

In ten days, the first group proved to be more dedicated to their goals, sticking better with the routine than the other two groups.

They spent 55.8 and 32.5 more minutes exercising than those with no direction and those with a provided exercise hack respectively.

Men also seemed to be more amenable to the copying method.

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The benefits of copy-paste prompts are mediated by the usefulness of the adopted exercise strategy, commitment to using it, the effort put into finding it, and the frequency of social interaction with people who exercise regularly, write the researchers.

Applicable to other life goals

While we live in a social media world where its easy to follow peoples journeys to their various personal goals, many people forget that they can follow their peers examples, and might need a nudge towards copying others to reach their own goals.

The methods social aspect is another benefit, and could help provide support networks on the way to achieving goals. The effort of researching methods themselves also seemed to give participants an ego boost, motivating their exercising efforts.

Outside of fitness, they posit that this copying method can also be applied to other life goals, like academia, careers, and financial goals.

However, its important to note that participants were enticed with monetary gains if they completed the whole process, which might skew motivations for completing their tasks. The study also doesnt account for long-term benefits of this method.

Still, this might be one time where peer pressure could be to your benefit.

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When 31-year-old Aiswarya Pandiyan realised that she was inching towards the overweight category, she felt really dejected. Her weight loss journey is a living proof that lifestyle along with a rock-solid determination can contribute to tremendous health benefits. Read on.Name: Aiswarya Pandiyan

Occupation: Team lead

Age: 31 yearsHeight: 5 feet 4 inch

City: Chennai

Highest weight recorded: 71 kgs

Weight lost: 21 kgsDuration it took me to lose weight: 10 months

The turning point: Even though I had gradually gained quite a lot of weight post my marriage, the day I realised that none of my dresses fit me any longer was a huge shocker! I weighed 71 kilos and the fat percentage parameter had put me in the obese category. Even my clothing size had jumped from M to XL! Once, I realised that I needed to lose weight, I tried several diets to get back in shape which really impacted my immune system. Hence, I decided to stick Intermittent fasting and that is when the magic started happening!

My breakfast: I wanted to follow something which I could continue doing in the long run. So, being a South Indian I stuck to eating regular South Indian breakfast like idly, dosa, upma, ragi porridge in portion control.

My lunch: Curry, 1 chapati, a portion of vegetables, boiled legumes, 1-2 eggs, and buttermilk. I switched between chicken and prawns as well.My dinner: I made it a point to have a big, balanced meal for my dinner

Pre-workout meal: I worked out during my fasting window of IF (Intermittent Fasting), so I did not eat anything before my workout.

Post-workout meal: Almonds and 2 boiled eggs

I indulge in: Since I did not go for any diet, I enjoyed regular home-cooked meals. All my meals were balanced with carbs, proteins and fat and I also made it a point to drink a lot of water. Once a week, I would indulge in my favourite Dominos choco lava cake with white sauce pasta

My workout: Initially, I was not very comfortable with extensive work out sessions, so I chose to stick to walking and climbing stairs. Gradually, as I started to lose weight, I balanced my workout routine with cardio and strength training at home. I absolutely vouch on mountain climbers squat variations. I can proudly say that I never step a foot inside any gym and did all my workout at home! And by doing so, I have reduced my fat percentage and toned my physique.

Low-calorie recipes I swear by: Unfortunately, I have realised that I am not a low-carb person. I tried Keto, got sick and my immune system was wrecked.

Fitness secrets I unveiled: Intermittent fasting worked really well for me! Additionally, I ensured to stay consistent with my efforts, eat healthily and stay hydrated.

How do I stay motivated? Even though I received unconditional support from my friends and family in my weight loss journey, there is no bigger motivation than seeing yourself transform. Once, I could see visible results, there was no looking back. Every day felt like a new learning experience on my journey to lose weight.

How do you ensure you dont lose focus? One of the simplest ways of keeping yourself motivated is to take a look at your old photographs and see how far you have come in life. For me, it works as my greatest source of motivation and helps me to keep moving forward in life. I decided to create a Facebook page India Intermittent Fasting for Women to support women of all age groups who wish to lose weight and get back in shape, in a healthy manner. The page has more than 12 thousand members as of now, who motivate and constantly challenge each other to do better.What shape do you see yourself 10 years down the line? I see myself as a very healthy and active individual who is helping others to achieve their weight loss goals.

What are the lifestyle changes you made? I made a lot of lifestyle changes to reach my weight loss goal. Some of them included:1. Eating balanced meals

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Whether you're looking to lose weight or not, the idea of doing a "reset" or starting fresh with your diet can be really appealing, especially if you've been struggling to eat healthy lately. If that's the case, an eating plan called the Body Reset Diet could be right up your alley.

It's a program that helped Jessica Simpson drop 100 pounds (!) after giving birth to her third baby in 2019, under the guidance of her trainer and the program developer, Harley Pasternak. (She also built up her postpartum exercise routine, starting out with walking 6,000 steps a day and working her way up to 14,000 steps.)

The Body Reset Diet is a smoothie-involving eating plan that may boost metabolism and yield dramatic results for some people. But is this diet a healthy and sustainable way to eat nutritiously, feel better, and possibly lose weight? We tapped nutritionists to find out.

This diet program is not exactly new: Celebrity trainer Harley Pasternak developed the Body Reset Diet back in 2013. But it's a diet plan that holds strong and garners the attention of many celebs. The inspiration behind the diet [seems to be] to bring together great food in moderation, while encouraging plenty of active movement and water intake throughout the day, says Vanessa Rissetto MS, RD, CDN, co-founder of Culina Health.

The diet involves a lot of liquid meals, though its not completely liquid. And there are different phases, some of which involve pairing other types of simple meals with the Body Reset Diet smoothies at other points during the day.

Its not actually a very long program at all. Body Reset is divided into three five-day phases, Rissetto explains. During each phase there is a focus on different meal formats, but regardless, its a lot of drinking smoothies. That way, you can incorporate a variety of micronutrients, including fiber, protein, and healthy fats, in one glass.

A smoothie may not be the most filling option for a meal, but its definitely convenient to toss ingredients in a blender, pour them out, and take them on the goan the objective of Pasternaks plan, says Rissetto.

The first phase involves three smoothies per day as meals. Phase two involves having two smoothie meals plus one S meal, which stands for single dish; you can have solid foods in the form of a scramble, salad, soup, stir fry, or sandwich, Rissetto explains. The purpose of sticking to a one-item meal is to refrain from overeating, says Rissetto. Plus, one-item meals are simple to prepare, like the smoothies.

During the third phase, two of your meals can be S meals, and you have just one is a smoothie. And in between meals, especially if those involve smoothies, the program allows you two crunchy snacks to keep you satiatedthose will be full of fiber, protein, and healthy fats (for example: an apple, almonds, or edamame).

The Body Reset Diet: Power Your Metabolism, Blast Fat, and Shed Pounds in Just 15 Days

Because this is a lower-calorie diet, theres a huge emphasis on fiber intake to keep you full, and to keep your digestion and metabolism healthy. Thats why many of the smoothies contain high-fiber fruits like apples and peaches. The second two phases emphasize lean protein (think: lots of chicken and eggs) as well as healthy fats like avocado.

During the smoothie phase (a.k.a. phase one), you can have three different types of smoothies for meals: white, red, and green. The white smoothie, or breakfast smoothie, has a Greek yogurt baseyou can add apples or peaches, banana, almonds, and non-fat milk to it.

For lunch, theres the red smoothie, which has a red berry base; it also includes whey protein powder and an orange. The green (dinner) smoothie can be customized with your choice of greens, such as spinach or kale, and can include avocado and Greek yogurt, too. Once you get into the second and third phases, you can introduce more creative recipes for your solid meals, like breakfast burritos, chicken flatbreads, and pumpkin soup. You can find recipes for all the smoothies, S meals, and snack options in Pasternaks Body Reset cookbook.

The foods to stay away from on the Body Reset are anything high in fat or caloriestakeout is off-limits, as is fried food, processed meats, and refined grains. Youll have to skip soda, alcohol, candy, and junk food, too. When it comes to fruit, a huge component of the diet, Pasternak promotes higher-fiber fruits in the smoothies, like pears, as opposed to fruits like watermelon or honeydew, which are lower in fiber.

If youre drinking most of your food, at least at the beginning of the Body Reset Diet, youre likely to lose weight, says Rissetto, especially because youre eating mostly fruit and vegetables and slashing your calorie intake.

One thing to note is that the Body Reset Diet is a short-term program, so you might lose weight initially, but if you stopped the diet immediately after completing the three phases and began eating as you were previously right away, you might gain those pounds back, Rissetto suspects.

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It also might not have a long-term effect on your metabolism, especially if youre not upping your workouts that much along with it, she says. Rissetto also adds that it may not the best plan for anyone whos diabetic, since the smoothies will increase your sugar intake quite a bit.

But even the name of the plan clarifies that this is a reset, so to speak. So it may help you regroup and restart some healthy eating habits, even when you finish the plan.

Pasternak advises skipping a Spin or boot camp class in the beginning of the diet and just walking10,000 steps a dayalong with doing regular resistance training.

Rissetto advises keeping your exercise low-impact, to workouts like yoga, Pilates, and walking. I think the low amount of calories in phases one and two would likely adversely affect you if you had any intense workouts, Rissetto says.

If youre looking for a quick way to shed some weight, the Body Reset Diet may be the ticket. Small, frequent meals for many people can help prevent one from eating too much or too little and may help the body more efficiently use energy and enhance metabolic processes, says Sheena Batura, MS, RDN, LD, registered dietitian at Everlywell. Plus, youre loading up your diet with fruits and veggies, lean protein, and healthy fats, Batura says. The emphasis on fiber is good for gut health and regular digestion, may reduce your cholesterol, and keeps you full for longer, Batura adds.

While you wont be running marathons on this diet, youre still moving and strengthening your body with resistance training, which Batura points out is beneficial for your heart health. In addition, you may save money weekly at the grocery store because youre eating less, Rissetto says, especially in the beginning. You also wont be spending a ton on the fruit and veggies.

On the flip side, your food intake, though chock full of fruits and veggies, is primarily liquid for 10 days out of the whole program. A restrictive diet, for many, is hard to stick toespecially for those who are social beings who may feel limited at social events or see this as a quick way to lose weight without a true intrinsic motivator for a lifestyle change, Batura says. Also, she adds, you might feel less satiated because youre not chewing your food as much when digesting it.

The other issue is that the program isnt exactly sustainable. To keep off a significant amount of weight, Batura says, youd need to continuously lose two to five pounds every week. Short-term weight loss often doesn't equal lifestyle change," Batura says. "Evidence suggests long-term changes make the biggest impact on overall healthand we see this when it comes to how sustained weight loss can positively impact heart health, diabetes, and more."

Ultimately, it might take overhauling your diet (and exercise regimen) beyond the 15-day Body Reset Diet to build toward true lifestyle change, but you may experience some initial weight loss on the plan. You can also continue using the healthy recipes beyond the "reset" to continue your healthy lifestyle.

The bottom line: The Body Reset Diet focuses on smoothies and high-fiber, single-item meals. It may help you lose weight initially, but you should always talk to your doctor before trying a new eating plan to make sure it's right for you.

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In the present world, amongst all the damage that is being done to the environment, its hard to say that anything good at all is happening, isnt it? But there is one thingthe realization of staying healthy to battle the pollutants which mankind himself has created. Everybody these days want to walk on the fitness road and stay healthy. There are gyms that have opened up in probably every street of your neighborhood, right? People want to eat right and look fit. Have you ever stopped and wondered if what we are doing is right? You must have got confused upon asking this question. Let us help you understand it a little clearer now.

When you decide to lose weight, what is it that you think of as your first step towards it? You must have probably thought about eating lower calories, restricting your fat intake every day, right? Its an important and a very common conception among people that the most important thing to consider was what one took from their respective diets. People usually only look at eating less to lose those extra kilos. It is easier to look down at your weighing scale and watch your weight get lesser by the day. But, is your body score or your body composition score showing the right numbers? That is what is supposed to matter dear readers.

And in the world of diet, the carbohydrates are what people state as their enemy. To battle this, many kinds of diets have cropped upketo diet, Atkins diet, etc. These diets are usually on the road of being protein-centric. There are diet programs like the Custom Keto Diet which will assist you to step by step to lead a healthy life. Were sure most of you have already begun to follow them already. But have you done your research well? Are protein diets a good idea? Does it harm the body or benefit the body? If you are a beginner, such questions are very common. And were here to solve them for you. Read on.

Understanding Protein And Its Importance

So, together with carbs and fats, proteins is one of the three macronutrients that are essential for our body. Lets take you through the roles that proteins play in our bodies:

Proteins when divided, they form into tiny units known as amino acids. There are 22 different amino acids present in the body, out of which 9 cannot be produced within the body. These 9 amino acids need to be eaten in the form of food. And this is the reason why it is important for us to eat foods that are more protein-packed. When it comes to animal products, they are packed with protein. But speaking about the vegetarian options, they dont usually come packed with all of the essential amino acids. Therefore, it can be combined with other plant sources of proteins like legumes, beans, soy, grains, nuts, seeds, etc.

However, one must understand that yes, protein quality surely is vital, but the answer also lies in the amount of protein that needs to be consumed.

For many, weight loss ideally means watching the weighing scale number decrease. And very few adopt the habit of calorie tracking and analyzing the overall weight. But thats the only limit which people tend to go for when it comes to losing weight.

We need to understand that just making a note of calorie intake isnt all that there is to body weight when you are looking for weight loss. One has to educate oneself about the body composition of his or her body as well. One needs to understand the relationship of metabolism with its body. These are essential to watch for healthy results in the long term.

For beginners, body composition is the understanding number of the relative amount of muscle and fats in the body. One should not just lay emphasis on the dropping fat mass aka FM, but should also lay emphasis on the lean body mass aka LBM as well. If you walk on the calorie deficit diet at the cost of lowering your LBM, your weight might decrease but then internally, you are making your body weaker and exposing it to the risks of contracting chronic ailments. This is where the need for a high-protein diet comes.

The greatest advantage of a high-protein diet is that this diet works well for everybody, regardless of genetic, gender, or even health conditions. Many researchers have spoken about the impressive effects of eating a high-protein diet for losing weight. Here are some:

Eating a lot of protein will help suppress your hunger pangs, this will stop you from overeating. Consuming protein multiplies the production of GLP-1 and PYYthese are the hormones that make you feel satisfied and full after eating. Hence proved that high protein intake will naturally make one eat adequately and not eat more.

The higher protein intake you are invested in, the higher number of calories your body is burning as well. The digestion of protein is known to boost the metabolism rate of the body by a whopping 25-35%. Isnt that crazy? Of course, it is!

Protein helps in building up the muscle mass of your body which is very essential for a good overall body score. It not only helps you build those muscles, but it also helps in maintaining muscles good health too. Now, who doesnt like a strong body? It helps you go about your everyday activities like a boss, the fat burns quicker, and you are looking a lot healthier.

If you have been eating good amounts of proteins every single day, your bones are bound to get stronger and healthier. You are at lower risks of contracting any kind of fractures as well. Healthy bones are all you need to keep your body postures correct.

Studies have shown how wounds have proven to heal faster with high protein diets and that there is absolutely no requirement to go under the knife for surgery.

Following this type of diet isnt difficult. Look at these tips if you dont believe us:

What To Eat And What Not To Eat

Eat More Of:

Eat Less Of:

If you think that all of the above-mentioned information is too much for you to handle, then we suggest that you try programs like the Custom Keto Diet that will assist well in your weight loss journey. Stay healthy peeps!

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The lockdown period has been a difficult phase, especially for those used to an active lifestyle. Besides innovating workouts to suit your style at home, the lack of a fitness buddy was telling for most gym goers.

Actor Vidyullekha Raman knows. She would log on to YouTube and follow simple workout sessions.

But if not for her accountability group a WhatsApp group of individuals with like-minded interests who ensure she keeps up the commitment to her fitness, a journey that she says started 18 months ago the actor would have struggled.

Each day, a workout challenge is posted and they make sure that I spend at least 20-30 minutes doing it. We have to post a video as proof, she says.

Vidyullekha has opened up about the remarkable transformation in her physical appearance via social media posts over the last few days.

The actor has lost nearly 20 kilograms of body weight, and says she is happier for it. It doesnt mean I was any less happy when I was chubby. I loved myself then too. The only difference now is that Im healthy, says Vidyullekha.

The wake-up call, so to speak, happened with her health deteriorating. When you are overweight, the hormonal imbalance is like a roller coaster, she says, adding, The kick was in January 2019, when I couldnt fit into a dress that I had stitched for myself weeks before. I knew then that I had let myself go completely.

A combination of keto and low-carb diet to go with the six-times-a-week workout sessions did the trick.

Although for Vidyullekha, shedding the extra pounds also required her to firm up mentally, considering she was threatened with a loss of opportunity in her line of work.

It did not matter that she is, perhaps, one of the few prominent female comics around in Tamil and Telugu films.

I was told that I wont get the roles I get today if I dropped weight. It points to a culture where the casting happens based on appearance and not on the basis of ones talent, she says, and adds: When you hear it, you tend to develop an insecure feeling. I dont know what the remedy is but I hope women continue to prove that talent speaks more than body measurements.

In 2017, a teary-eyed Vidyullekha spoke about how the film industry perceives fat shaming as comedy during the press conference for the Dhanush-directorial, Power Pandi. She had words of praise for Dhanush, then, for not following the stereotype in his film.

However, Power Pandi remains one of the last notable Tamil films Vidyullekha has been a part of. She has since been plying her trade in Telugu cinema for the most part.

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Ask her if it was a conscious choice to stay away from Tamil films, she says: I had done Tamil films in 2018 and 2019. They did not release, unfortunately. Two of my Tamil films are stuck due to COVID-19; one is with Vidharth and the other is a remake of my Telugu film Ninnu Kori with Atharvaa and Anupama [Parameswaran], she says.

Vidyullekha will be seen in two prominent Telugu films; one featuring Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas and the other being Prabhas Jaan.

Lot of people assume that I am focussing all my energies on Telugu but the truth is I got more opportunities there. The Telugu film industry has realised my work and are giving me far more important characters. At the end of the day, I am happy to be a part of cinema, she adds.

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My name is Katie Hopkins, and I am 24 years old. I am from Tallahassee, Florida, and I am an operations consultant for the state. I did keto for a year and then switched to a more standard way of eating and lost 135 pounds in less than two years.

I grew up being a super active person. I played sports all year round and never really had to worry about what I ate or how I was going to get my exercise for the day. But once I got to college and no longer had the daily exercise from sports, I started to put on weight.

I kept the same eating habits even though I was not doing anything to burn those calories anymore. And before I started my weight loss journey, my biggest issues were with portion control and not being able to truly commit to losing weight.

From 2013 to 2018, I gained about 100 pounds. At my heaviest weight was 333 pounds, and I was 22 at the time.

I moved to be closer to family, but I also moved because I felt like I was stuck in a rut where I was. I felt like the change of scenery would really give me the push I needed to start my weight loss journey. I knew I needed to take control of my health, and this was the perfect way to do so.

I was tired of feeling tired all the time, wishing I looked different, and always feeling defeated. Once I made the move to Tallahassee, I had a complete mindset reset and said to myself, This is the time you actually do this. No quitting, no excuses. The only one keeping you from your goals is you.

At the beginning of my weight loss journey, I chose to follow the keto diet. I chose it because I had seen so many success stories and people losing huge amounts of weight. I felt like it was the best choice for me at the time because it gave me a way to really focus on what I was putting into my body, and most of the foods that are keto-friendly, I already really liked.

I turned to YouTube for most of my keto info. I followed keto YouTubers for food ideas, reviews, and just support in general. I lost my first 100 pounds on keto.

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I felt like I got as much as I could out of keto and I was ready for a new challenge and way of eating. I now eat a higher-carb diet, as opposed to keto, which is high-fat and low-carb. I enjoy eating this way now because I dont feel quite as limited, especially going out to eat, as I did on keto. I have so many more healthy foods I can eat now.

Breakfast: Breakfast sandwich (one egg, three egg whites, two slices of sprouted wheat bread, a slice of cheese, two slices turkey bacon) and coffee with almond milk creamer

Lunch: 6 oz. chicken breast, cup rice, a cup of broccoli, feta cheese

Snacks: Some sort of protein bar

Dinner: Turkey burger, whole-wheat bun, slice of cheese, spinach salad with fat-free vinaigrette dressing, feta cheese

Dessert: Chocolate protein powder with almond milk

While eating had always been a bit of a struggle for me, exercise was not. Now, I exercise a lot more. Now that I have control over my eating, exercise has become a bigger focus for me. I love it because it relieves stress, and I love pushing myself to get stronger and faster.

A typical week of exercise for me consists of two to three days of strength training and one to two days of running or another type of cardio. I also really enjoy lifting weights at the gym and improving my strength.

Running used to be something I hated, but I have really come to love it. It makes me push myself hard. There is no better feeling for me than beating my fastest time or longest distance.

These three changes helped me see the most noticeable results in my weight loss.

Change one: I became consistent. I had to accept the fact that weight loss would not happen overnight, and there would be times when I had a bad day of eating. But if you can have those days and not let it turn into a week, you will be successful.

Change two: I ate the things I liked. I believe the reason I was so successful in losing weight is because I let myself eat what I want. I never felt deprived of eating something. I just made sure that I made it fit in my day instead of letting it become an entire day of bad eating.

Change three: I followed people who inspire me. One of the things that helped me along the way was finding people who had similar journeys to me on Instagram and YouTube. They helped inspire me to keep going and keep the end goal in sight. It really is helpful to find people you can relate to when it comes to weight loss.

I know the feeling of thinking it will never happen for you. I always thought I would always be bigger and that losing weight would never happen for me. But that kind of mindset is what kept me from even starting. Once I decided that no matter what, I was going to change my life, everything changed. It was like something finally clicked in my head.

Losing weight has changed my life so much. I have learned to love myself again. Before, I felt like my weight defined me. I truly feel like losing weight has allowed me to become my true self. I am more confident than ever before, and I now have complete control over my health and happiness.

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Weight loss is often considered to be a challenging task. However, in reality, it is not as difficult. A person wishing to lose weight should stick to more nutritious foods and follow a disciplined lifestyle. It is said that coffee, due to the presence of caffeine, can aid in weight loss and fat loss due to the presence of caffeine in it.However, even better than coffee is green coffee, which is a superfood that has numerous health benefits. In this week's weight loss tip,let's take a look at the properties of green coffee that can help shed some kilos.Weight Loss Tip of the Week: How to Eat Chickpeas to Lose Weight.

Green coffee is different from regular coffee asits beans are not roasted. Also, green coffee is mild in flavour, similar to herbal tea. The beans of green coffee contain a good amount ofchlorogenic acid which acts as an antioxidant.A study published in the Indian Journal of Innovative Research and Development (IJIRD) indicates that chlorogenic acid found in green coffee can aid in weight loss.Weight Loss Tip of the Week: How to Use Wheatgrass to Lose Weight (Watch Video)

Green Coffee For Weight Loss

As the beans of green coffee are not roasted, the compound retained can help in melting the unwanted fat. Drinking green coffee can boost your metabolic rate due to the presence of chlorogenic acid. This antioxidant also does the work of minimising the release of glucose from the liver into the bloodstream. This, in turn, aids in weight loss as the body burns excess fat to fulfil the requirement of glucose for energy. Green coffee also aidsin curbing appetite which helps avoid overeating and, thus, helps in losing weight.

It is worth having green coffee regularly for overall good health. This beverage not only helps in weight loss but also helps in detoxifying the liver and improving blood circulation. An important thing to note is that weight loss does not solely depend on one food item. A healthy diet and regular exercise help in achieving the desired result.

(This article is written for an informative purpose and should not be substituted for medical advice. Kindly consult your doctor before trying any tips.)

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jul 04, 2020 11:02 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

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Want to get rid of those love handles? Aside from a healthy diet and workout, make sure to add this juice for better and faster results.

Weight loss can be stressful for some. You need a lot of patience as it can not happen overnight. Instead of stressing, which will only deteriorate your weight loss journey, make sure you focus on your healthy diet and physical activity. And follow certain weight loss tips and tricks which are not only easy to follow but also effective. Today we are talking about a healthy juice made from Petha aka Ask Gourd aka Winter Melon and how it can aid to lose fat.

For the unversed, the vegetable has a sturdy green body and white flesh. If you are thinking you have heard the name before somewhere then you are right. There is a popular Agra based sweet dish called Petha. The dish is also prepared from the same veggie. This gourd vegetable is packed with several nutrients and should be added to your diet for overall better health as well.

Ash gourd and wieght loss

As per several studies, water-dense foods like ash gourd may help people lose weight.

It is low in calories and rich in soluble fiber which means it will keep you full for a good time without worrying about calories.

The potassium content acts as a diuretic so if you have water weight then you should definitely have the same.

Vitamin B2 is good for energy levels, facilitates the activity of thyroid gland and stress hormones which indirectly help in weight loss.

It also takes care of the digestive system. And the better gut is linked to weight loss. So, if you have acidity, ulcers and heartburn then you should include this vegetable.

It is also one of the best sources of vitamin C and flavonoids and these help to amp our immunity.

It also alkalizes our body as well and recently we shared how following the alkaline diet can aid in weight loss.

So, drink fresh juice of petha every morning as it acts as a sponge and removes all the toxins from your body, leaving you super cool.

If you are on Keto diet then well you can add this non-starchy vegetable to your diet. They are low in carbohydrates and sugars and it becomes an ideal component of a keto diet.

Just cut boiled ash gourd vegetables and season it with salt and pepper. You can incorporate this on a regular basis.

Check out the recipe of Petha Juice right here:

1. First, peel off the skin of the Petha.

2. Make small slices. Make sure to remove the seeds which are in the middle portion.

3. Grind them in mixer or grate. Discard the juice with the help of a clean cloth.

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Halle Berry says that her diabetes diagnosis drastically changed how she eats.

Since then, she's cut out sugar, white carbs, and conventional wine in order to manage her condition and feel as healthy as possible.

Today, Halle enjoys low-sugar berries, low-carb comfort foods like zucchini noodles and cauliflower mash, and organic keto wine.

As huge a part of my life as fitness is, I really believe that what we put in our mouths has the biggest impact on our health of any aspect of our lifestyle.

I've seen the profound power of food firsthandand throughout my life, I've made significant changes to my diet in order to support my health and well-being. Ever since being diagnosed with diabetes at 22, there are certain foods I just won't touch anymore.

People often ask me if it's hard to avoid certain foods and if I miss themand my answer? Not at ALL.

I'll admit, it's true that changing the way you eat is often incredibly difficult at first. (Believe me, I remember the mood swings and the cravings!) But after some timefor me, it was about three weeksthose cravings disappear and taste buds change. Honestly, I feel infinitely healthier and more vibrant after giving a few specific foods the bootand I wouldn't go back for the world.

Of course, everyone's journey towards their optimal health looks a little different, but saying goodbye to the following foods has made all of the difference for me (particularly in regards to managing my diabetes).

When I was 19 or 20 years old, right before I was diagnosed with diabetes, I was a complete sugar addict. I started the day with some sort of sugary cereal like Lucky Charms or Cocoa Puffs and I always, always had a candy bar or some sort of hard candy (Jolly Ranchers and Hot Tamales were my go-to's) on me. I was sugared-up all the time.

After my diagnosis, though, it was like a switch flipped. My health was on the line, so I went cold turkey on my sugar-filled ways. Out the window went the candy, the desserts, and even super-sweet fruit. At first, it was hard. I'd relied so much on sugar my entire life that I had headaches and terrible mood swings when I quit.

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Within a few weeks, though, I started to feel better. Eventually, my desire to eat sugar completely disappeared. I didn't even like the flavor anymore. Now, even if you put a giant plate of dessert in front of me, I am zero percent interested. The only time I eat sweets these days is on my kid's birthdaysand that's for them, not me! I'll snack on low-sugar fruits like blackberries and raspberries, but that's about it.

After giving sugar the boot, I quickly learned that the body breaks down refined carbs straight into sugar, so I swore off those in order to better manage my diabetes, too. I ditched rice (yes, even brown rice), pasta, and breadand never looked back.

I know some of you are wondering, how could you ever swear off bread? But just like with sugar, when you give your body enough time without it, your palette changes and it loses its appeal. (Bonus perk: I no longer miss out on a beautiful meal out at a restaurant because I've filled up on the bread basket.)

As I cut these white carbs out of my diet and learned more about a keto lifestyle, I began to cut back on high-carb foods further and swap in low-carb alternatives and plenty of healthy fats.

So, instead of having mashed potatoes, I make cauliflower mash with butter and salt. It's so delicious and creamy, my kids don't even know the difference. Or, when my kids eat pasta, I opt for zucchini noodles. These simple swaps make it easy for me to enjoy a meal with my kids and still nourish my body in the way that works for me.

For me, the final piece of the puzzle was wine. I have always loved wine, but as I upgraded the rest of my lifestyle to manage my diabetes and feel as healthy as possible, I wondered if there was a better way to enjoy my wine.

When I discovered Dry Farm Wines a few years ago, I was intrigued. Their natural, organic, and biodynamic wines don't contain any added sugars or chemicals, so they're low-sugar enough to be keto-friendly and don't have as much alcohol as the average bottle.

The earthier, hearty flavor of these wines took some getting used to at first, but now I'd rather drink them than anything. While conventional wines often got me buzzed fast and left me with a headache, these did not. Yet again, I wouldn't go back to the old stuff for a second.

Halle Berry is a producer, director, and actress. Now known as one of the fittest women in Hollywood, Halle recently launched rspin, a community for stories, conversations, and products for health and wellness seekers. In her weekly WH column and #FitnessFriday Instagram posts, she shares a personal look into her own health and fitnessalong with the tips, tricks, and advice behind her famously fit physique.

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