Sunday, April 19, 2009

4 Ways to Look and Feel Great by Summer

The summer months are almost here! The perfect summer day is when the sun is shining, the breeze is blowing, the birds are singing, and all of the chores are done.

But one thing you have to be careful of is not backsliding and finding yourself dreading the summer months because of the way you look and feel.

Winter is typically the blame for your inability to stick to your fat loss plans and fitness goals.
However, I do have 4 simple tips that will help you avoid blowing it and enjoy the all the summer fun activities feeling healthier and stress free.

1. Flush it out - Water does the body good when it comes to good health. Water helps flush out toxins and other unwanted things lingering in your body. Water also replenishes fluids that help lubricate the internal body, while keeping you hydrated, lowering your desire to eat, and also helps keep your skin looking smooth and young. You should be drinking your body weight divided by half in ounces of water per day to keep your body hydrated and working properly.

2. Flax Seed - A great way to maintain a healthy cardiovascular system is by adding flaxseed to your healthy meal plan. Taking Flaxseed is a great way to control high blood pressure and helps with digestion; just make sure the flaxseed is crushed for easier consumption and absorption.

3. Eat Less Later - Everyone knows, whether they want to admit it or not, reducing calories will help you lose weight. However, just as you should reduce the calorie intake, you need to know when to eat. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and the one meal that you should not miss. Lunch should be healthy but less than you ate for breakfast. As you approach dinner, eat healthy and light. Avoid after dinner snacks and DO NOT Eat at least 3 hours before you go to bed at night.

4. Reduce the Pressure - Stress can be an incredibly powerful drag in your life and when a person is stressed, the body reacts. Results of stress can lead to high blood pressure, tension headaches, upset stomachs, and many other ailments. Exercise is probably the most effective defense against stress in your life. So keep your stress in check with good quality well balanced exercise program.

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