Fasting is not an excuse for not exercising, Find out the tricks to stay active

"Fasting is not an excuse for not exercising, Find out the tricks to stay active "

Dream - Fasting for Muslims becomes an obligation. It is not allowed to eat and drink from the call to Fajr prayer until the call to Maghrib prayer. This makes the body not receive much energy intake.

Physical activities such as sports tend to be avoided. There is a worry if later feeling tired and thirsty. Therefore, in the end, choosing not to do it. Even though during fasting, it is recommended to remain active, albeit not excessively.

Indeed, we may not be able to exercise as intensively when not fasting, but we can still be active. How to do it? Here are some tips for exercising during the fasting month and recommended exercises as summarized by Dream through various sources.

"Tips for Exercising during Fasting"

Maintaining health during fasting month is important. One way is by staying active. Here are some exercise tips during fasting that friends of Dream can practice as quoted from Hellosehat.com:

1. Choose the Right Time

"Exercising during fasting is important to choose the right time. The best time to exercise in the month of Ramadan is after breaking the fast. Because the body has just regained energy. You can also take advantage of the 30 to 60 minutes before breaking the fast. That time is close to the time of breaking the fast. So, after finishing exercising, shortly afterwards you can get an energy intake."

2. Choose the Right Type of Sport

Regarding the sport you are going to engage in, you should choose sports with light to moderate intensity. For example, cycling, jogging, leisurely walking, and yoga. It is important to remember that it should be adjusted to your abilities. If you feel that your body is no longer capable, then do not force yourself to increase the duration of the exercise.

3. Maintaining Food Intake

The following is the translation of the 'Bahasa' text to 'English' while preserving any html tags: "The equally important tip in sports during the fasting month is to maintain food and drink intake during sahur and iftar. Make sure your body receives a balanced nutrition, including carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, as well as minerals."

4. Fulfilling the Need for Drinking Water

Don't forget to meet your need for drinking water. This is because your body really needs fluids. If you lack fluids, especially during the day, you can experience dehydration. Not to mention when you are exercising, where you involve physical activity. It is recommended that you meet your fluid intake of 1.5 to 2 liters per day.

5. Meeting Sleep Needs

The next tip is to meet the sleep needs. Sleep can help restore the body condition and improve physical fitness to engage in activities again. For adults, the required sleep duration is 7-9 hours per day. If your sleep duration is reduced, then metabolism and body performance will be affected.

"Recommended Sports during Fasting"

During fasting, not all types of sports can be done. This is because it considers the physical condition of a person who is fasting. Here are the recommended sports during fasting:

1. Jogging

Jogging is one of the light exercises that is good for improving blood circulation, burning calories, and maintaining heart health. This exercise will also not put much strain on your body as long as you consider the jogging distance.

2. Yoga

Yoga is a sport that can improve flexibility and muscle strength. In addition, yoga can also make the mind calmer and improve emotional balance.

3. Cycling

"For those of you who enjoy cycling, this can be a sport option during fasting. You can cycle around the housing complex. In addition, you can also use a stationary bike that can be done indoors."

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