(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) This summer don?t fall into your old patterns and remember to get off the couch.
mariam had been running away from going to the gym for years. she loved her favourite tv shows way too much to budge from the couch. weeks turned into months and months into years – and before she knew it she had gained 40 pounds. alex had been an outdoor person all his life. he loved rock climbing and surfing. but since he moved to the uae all he did was stay indoors due to the heat and play games on his ipad. he became anti-social and in no time he had piled on a lot of weight. i myself went through many changes in my life. and with every change i added on weight just to protect myself from the unseen dimensions of life.
we all go through ups and downs but we all cope differently. some of us turn to food some turn to medication and some simply lose weight due to excessive stress. come summer most people i know in the uae prefer to stay indoors and stay glued to the tv. they only realise that they have added on additional pounds when they can’t fit into their wardrobe come winter.
so why not do something different this summer? if you are a water person and like spending time swimming then look no further because there are many indoor swimming pools in hotels and gyms. many centres around town offer rock-climbing facilities if that is your thing. alternatively uae has many options for yoga classes. there are many types of yoga to choose from. the best way to pick a class is to go for one session and explore. many gyms offer one free class so that you can decide on what to choose. even though temperatures are soaring during the summer early mornings and late evenings are good for walking outdoors. many public parks are available if you wish to choose that option.
if you are the type who can’t exercise alone then find a friend or a family member who can be your partner. it would be easier to stick to a workout schedule if you have someone to support and motivate you. alternatively hiring a personal trainer can also help in embracing exercise. just last week i decide to let go of my laziness and hired a personal trainer. her motivation has carved a new way of life for me. needless to say it is the best decision i made in the last few years. so this summer don’t fall into your old patterns and remember to get off the couch.
shivani adalja is a dubai-based wellbeing expert. she runs the alignment insitute which offers effective solutions that focus on stress management and overall wellbeing. email align?shivaniadalja.com
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