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It’s the little things we do that really make a difference. And doing little things are usually a lot easier than doing big things – making big changes. This is why I wrote this article to show you how easy it is to make your week healthier, by implementing 2 small changes in your daily schedule. Let’s see how you can make your week healthier and ultimately leaner:
Monday
- Dietary change: – Make sure that you start your week right by having a power packed breakfast. Make fruit salad the previous evening and eat it for breakfast with yogurt and muesli.
- Activity change: Instead of calling colleagues to chat, go directly to their desks.
Tuesday
- Dietary change: Pack your own lunch for today and make sure that it contains all the nutrient you need to stay alert and full of energy. A tuna and bean salad would be perfect for that as the beans keep your energy levels high and the tuna keeps the brain functioning well.
- Activity change: Get in some extra exercise by taking the stairs instead of the lift.
Wednesday
- Dietary change: When you order your sandwich today make sure that it is one with whole-wheat bread and not whit bread. White bread causes a slump in your energy levels and can lead to cravings.
- Activity change: Instead of plonking down in front of the TV, take your dog for a walk or go play a game of squash, tennis or golf.
Thursday
- Dietary change: Make sure that you pack a healthy snack for lunch – it will prevent you from snacking form the vending machine. Keep stock of peanut butter protein bars. The high protein content will help you to build muscle and burn fat.
- Activity change: Take a break from your desk and stretch your muscles (some where privately) or go for a light walk.
Friday
- Dietary change: Switch your regular soda for the light or diet variety. You will cut back on sugar and calories.
- Activity change: Kick off the weekend by going dancing tonight. Dancing burns off lots of calories.
Saturday
- Dietary change: Kick start your weekend by drinking a healthy smoothie. Make it from lots of fruit, fat free dairy, ice blocks and oat bran.
- Activity change: Work in your garden or home or wash your own car. It is a very productive way of burning off the excess calories.
Sunday
- Dietary change: Spend the morning outside with a nice picnic basket containing lean meats, whole grain carbs and lots of fruit and veg.
- Activity change: Go for a light walk after your picnic.
Hopefully you’ve seen how easy and practical creating a healthier week can be. It really is the little things that count. If you implement those little changes you will be one step closer to getting the body of your dreams – healthy and lean. Just also remember to include regular exercise and to follow a healthy and balanced eating plan. Pilates is one of the best exercises to do. Have a look at Pilates machine exercises, they will firm you up in no time.