Healthy Eating Is As Important As Following A Fitness Routine

Healthy eating is as important as following a fitness routine. But it’s also important to let your hair down once in a while. Why not follow the 80/20 rule? If you eat healthily for at least 80% of the time, it probably won’t matter too much about the remaining 20%. Healthy eating, of course, shouldn’t mean having to endure unexciting, bland food.

At the weekend there is usually more time to prepare foods in a mindful way. Cooking itself can be relaxing. Choose fresh foods rather than using processed, convenience foods. Experiment with different cuisines, different tastes and different combinations of foods. And what better way to relax than to enjoy a meal with friends, family or an intimate dinner with your partner? Good food and good company will enrich your evening and help soothe away the stresses and strains of the past week.

Thoughts for the day

• Cut out processed, convenience foods – think fresh healthy foods
• Make a point of organising that special evening with family or friends
• Take a gentle walk before or after dinner – it will help you relax and release muscular tension