Staying fit is a great new year resolution, but how much activity, nutrition and rest does your body require to remain healthy?
1. At least 30 minutes of exercise is required every single day. As per guidelines, people should exercise five days a week, be it Yoga, brisk walk or swimming or any other exercise form. Try walking 10,000 steps but positively complete at least a minimum of 5 000 steps each day. - Neha Pathania, Senior Dietitian, Paras Hospital.
2. It is advisable to combine cardio and strength training exercises over the course of the week and break up your exercise routine into smaller bursts . Avoid sitting for long hours as sitting reduces our metabolic rate. - Dhara Tanna, Senior Vice President at Fitternity.
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