Coronavirus: To control the spread, social distancing has been advised as the infection can easily transfer from an infected person to healthy individuals. Do not worry! Here are some tips for you to burn calories at home during coronavirus outbreak.
Coronavirus: Here are some tips to burn calories at home
HIGHLIGHTS
- If you are working from home, start your day with exercising
- You can take small breaks for exercise
- Choose healthy snacks to beat hunger pangs
Coronavirus cases are constantly on a rise after it was first detected in December 2019. To control the spread, social distancing has been advised as the infection can easily transfer from an infected person to healthy individuals. Several offices have allotted work from home for their employees to keep them safe against the virus. Gyms, cinema halls and other public places will also remain closed until the situation is under control. Staying at home and consuming more calories can affect your fitness goals. But you can make the most of this time while focusing on burning more calories at home. Do not worry! Here are some tips for you to burn calories at home during coronavirus outbreak.
Coronavirus: Tips to burn more calories while staying at home
1. Take exercise break
You can simply take an exercise break every few hours. For this, you do not have to step outside. You can find several videos on the internet with quick and simple workouts. These will help you burn calories at home.
Take a small break and exercise more often
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2. Choose the right snack
When you are at home, you are more like your snack quite often. Most snacks that many often choose are loaded with calories. Choose a healthy snack that does not add many calories to your diet and help you receive nutrients as well. Some healthy snacks may include- nuts, oats, popcorn, fresh fruits, protein bars or a hard-boiled egg.
Also read: 6 Most Effective Snacks for Weight Loss
3. Start your day with exercise
You cannot go to the gym does not mean that you have to miss exercise. You can work out every morning at your home. It will just take almost 30 minutes. You should kick start your day with exercise. It will also help you beat laziness and keep you energetic throughout the day.
4. Drink enough water
Drinking water through the day will keep you full. It will also not add any extra calories to your diet. Water will also keep you hydrate and help you flush toxins. You will also receive healthy skin due to proper hydration.
Drink enough water will help you consume less calories
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5. Stretch whenever possible
You can stretch while sitting and working. It will hardly take a few seconds. You can simply sit at one place and stretch. It will help you work properly and beat tiredness.
Also read: Working From Home? Gym Shut Down? Follow These Tips To Make The Most Of The Extra Time You Have
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