Exercise In the Fasting Month of Ramadan

EXERCISE

The best time to do mild to moderate exercise is an hour after you break your fast with something light such as walking, jogging, swimming, or yoga. Try to include at least 30 minutes of exercise daily during the month of Ramada and make sure to hydrate with plenty of fluids.



Stay fit while fasting

People tend to go easy on their exercise routine during the Ramadan month and end up feeling heavy once Eid comes along. But there’s no reason why you should not make the most of the shorter hours at work and plan a workout to fit into your routine

It is important to do cardiovascular exercises such as walking or cycling. This helps burn calories and improves one’s stamina.

Go for a low intensity resistance training. It helps maintain muscle strength.

Do warm up and stretching exercises. Full body stretching helps improve flexibility and also in detoxification.

Gym goers can do mat exercises like free squats, abs exercises and pushups.

Other forms of exercise are Pilates, yoga and meditation; these help in relaxation and detoxification.

Low intensity group exercises help burn calories. It can also be fun if you do it with your friends, family or in a large group.

Keep your workout short; at least 30 to a maximum of 60 minutes.

Don’t exercise when you are fasting. One should exercise either before Sehri (meal before dawn) or after Iftaar (meal after sunset).

Don’t do high intensity exercises like high speed running, stepper and heavy weight lifting as it can lead to joint or muscle injuries and complications like low blood pressure, hypoglycemia and dizziness.

Come to the gym with friends or get a personal trainer, to keep your motivation levels high.

To maintain your fitness within Ramadan, it is recommended to exercise four to five a week.

If you can’t make it to the gym, you can try to go for a brisk walk, a jog or just use a jumping rope at home for 30 minutes.