Ramadhan is an opportunity for those who want to lose weight because it is based on the principle of reducing food and selecting meals that help prevent feelings of thirst and hunger, especially in hot weather.
Therefore, it is an opportunity to follow correct eating habits that can be extended as a lifestyle, for determiners, after the end of the month and as soon as normal life returns.
According to Imad al Salti, a fitness and strength coach and founder of the Green Apple Health Newsletter, some pieces of advice may help in this regard.
About the right time to exercise, Al Salti said one must be aware of his/her health condition. "If you suffer from a chronic disease, consult your doctor. If you do not suffer from any problem, do some moderate-strength aerobic exercises an hour before Iftar. No to jogging. No weightlifting. Walk for 30 minutes. Do some resistance exercises using your body weight'', he explained.
After iftar, the coach stressed, "Don't eat what you like and remember the wisdom of fasting. Let the month be the beginning of leaving sugar and fried food. Instead, reduce rice and bread until the month ends, and you are off with 50 per cent of the usual quantities."
Al Salti also mentioned that one shouldn't overeat and gradually, the body will get used to the new shortlisted quantities. He also said it is important to balance protein meals and fruits and vegetables. Overeating and messing up portions spoil the benefits of fasting.
For Suhoor, Imad al Salti said: "If you eat carbs, you will be hungry very fast. You should have lots of protein, more water, try to avoid sugars, sweets and pastries".
He added, "It is necessary to reflect on the goal of fasting, take advantage of the time in worship, collect good deeds through prayer, seek forgiveness and charity. Remember, there is a reward for those who fast, the Eid that comes after Ramadhan, a reward from God for Muslims".
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