Don't be dreading the scales towards the end of January
Payday is yet to come, the weather is gloomy and all good intentions to stay on the diet bandwagon are under threat – the last week of January, otherwise known as ‘countdown week’ has arrived.
For most of us, this is the week when willpower is at its weakest as the majority of us will succumb to the bad weather and lack of funds, opting out of exercise and healthy eating in favour of the sofa and a pizza deal.
But there are ways in which this pitfall can be avoided – here Sandra Dowse from Desirablebody.co.uk shares her helpful tips to help you keep on track throughout the final stretch of January.
The power of planning
Planning your food for the week ahead will aid you in making those healthier and more cost effective meal choices. Planning what you are going to eat for breakfast, lunch and dinner will mean that you stock up on ingredients at the start of the week eliminating any ‘what to have’ dilemmas from the equation. If you are watching your weight but want to ensure you are getting all your daily nutrients I recommend a protein rich diet coupled plenty of fresh vegetables for slow release energy; these by their nature will help you feel fuller for longer. To get the most out of your diet you can also take a supplement like Re:Active T5 Super & Acai Slimming Pills which cleanse the body of toxins and impurities, whilst supporting your metabolism with excess fat-burn.
Go Herbal
Herbal tea is one of the single most beneficial additions you can make to your week. Nettle, Fennel and Green teas are packed full of health boosting properties, helping to detox the body and flush out toxins. They support your metabolic system in burning excess fat and they enrich the body with a wealth of beneficial vitamins and minerals like magnesium and calcium, which are vital for good health. As thirst is often mistaken for hunger, drinking herbal teas throughout the day will keep you hydrated, controlling those hunger pangs and preventing habitual snacking.
Fill up on healthy snacks
To fend off the most challenging week of the year we often fall victim to temptation in the form of sugary snacks and junk food, which whilst cheap and tempting, do nothing for our health and nothing for our waistlines. So make sure at the start of the week you have stocked up on plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables; chopped up into crudités they can be carried around with you in Tupperware for easy snacking on the go. Filling up on oatcakes with peanut butter or cottage cheese will keep your hands off the chocolates because of their slow release of energy.
Exercise Easy
The cold weather can lead us to be a little lazier throughout this final stretch of January, but it takes little more than a bit of floor space at home or maximising on the work commute to make a difference. A brisk walk for 20 minutes a day will get your heart pumping, strengthening your cardiovascular system and encouraging fat burn. If you prefer to exercise at home, skipping is a fantastic way to stay trim and healthy so grab yourself a rope like Reebok Speed Rope which will allow you to work out without much compromise on the dark winter days.
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