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Ramadan 2023: 5 ways to stay fit while fasting

The holy month of Ramadan is just around the corner. The festival is all about building one's spiritual credibility and detoxing the body by fasting from dawn to dusk, but for those who are not fully prepared, it can be exhilarating.
By Afzal Hussain | Apr 4, 2023, 12:29 IST
Ramadan 2023: 5 ways to stay fit while fasting

The holy month of Ramadan is just around the corner. The festival is all about building one's spiritual credibility and detoxing the body by fasting from dawn to dusk, but for those who are not fully prepared, it can be exhilarating. A person may experience difficulties during the first few days of fasting before the body adjusts to a regular pattern. Staying fit during Ramadan in the summer can be difficult because of all the changes in eating, drinking and sleeping patterns. So let's see some tips to stay healthy and fit this festival.

1. Avoid overeating

Avoid overeating
Undoubtedly after a full day of fasting there will be a desire to overeat at Iftar, which can result in fatigue, stomach ache and digestive problems. Also, it is important to include adequate servings of dairy and protein in your meals throughout Ramadan to avoid empty calories and junk food. Eating foods that take longer to digest is an easy way to prevent hunger pangs.

2. Stay hydrated

The holy month of Ramadan is just around the corner. The festival is all about building one's spiritual credibility and detoxing the body by fasting from dawn to dusk, but for those who are not fully prepared, it can be exhilarating. A person may experience difficulties during the first few days of fasting before the body adjusts to a regular pattern. Staying fit during Ramadan in the summer can be difficult because of all the changes in eating, drinking and sleeping patterns. So let's see some tips to stay healthy and fit this festival. 1. Avoid overeating Undoubtedly after a full day of fasting there will be a desire to overeat at Iftar, which can result in fatigue, stomach ache and digestive problems. Also, it is important to include adequate servings of dairy and protein in your meals throughout Ramadan to avoid empty calories and junk food. Eating foods that take longer to digest is an easy way to prevent hunger pangs. 2. Stay hydrated Drink as much liquid as possible during Suhoor and Iftar. Fresh juices, smoothies, protein shakes and other similar drinks can spice it up. Avoid coffee, tea or sugary carbonated drinks as they can actually increase thirst and, ultimately, cause dehydration. 3. Take a nap Adequate sleep is the basis of the body's overall well-being. Hence, taking a 20-minute power nap during the day to make up for lost sleep is one of the crucial components of keeping yourself active during a fast. 4. Do not skip the pre-dawn meal (Sehri). Suhoor, the pre-dawn meal eaten during Ramadan, is the most important meal of the day, just as breakfast is in our regular routine. It is important to prepare meals with well-balanced nutrition. And if you fast until sunset, you need the energy to carry it through the day. 5. Exercise Keep your body active, do daily household chores or go to office. Try simple activities like standing or walking. Fasting has a unique ability to burn fat and additionally walking has an inevitable effect on your body.
Drink as much liquid as possible during Suhoor and Iftar. Fresh juices, smoothies, protein shakes and other similar drinks can spice it up. Avoid coffee, tea or sugary carbonated drinks as they can actually increase thirst and, ultimately, cause dehydration.

3. Take a nap

The holy month of Ramadan is just around the corner. The festival is all about building one's spiritual credibility and detoxing the body by fasting from dawn to dusk, but for those who are not fully prepared, it can be exhilarating. A person may experience difficulties during the first few days of fasting before the body adjusts to a regular pattern. Staying fit during Ramadan in the summer can be difficult because of all the changes in eating, drinking and sleeping patterns. So let's see some tips to stay healthy and fit this festival. 1. Avoid overeating Undoubtedly after a full day of fasting there will be a desire to overeat at Iftar, which can result in fatigue, stomach ache and digestive problems. Also, it is important to include adequate servings of dairy and protein in your meals throughout Ramadan to avoid empty calories and junk food. Eating foods that take longer to digest is an easy way to prevent hunger pangs. 2. Stay hydrated Drink as much liquid as possible during Suhoor and Iftar. Fresh juices, smoothies, protein shakes and other similar drinks can spice it up. Avoid coffee, tea or sugary carbonated drinks as they can actually increase thirst and, ultimately, cause dehydration. 3. Take a nap Adequate sleep is the basis of the body's overall well-being. Hence, taking a 20-minute power nap during the day to make up for lost sleep is one of the crucial components of keeping yourself active during a fast. 4. Do not skip the pre-dawn meal (Sehri). Suhoor, the pre-dawn meal eaten during Ramadan, is the most important meal of the day, just as breakfast is in our regular routine. It is important to prepare meals with well-balanced nutrition. And if you fast until sunset, you need the energy to carry it through the day. 5. Exercise Keep your body active, do daily household chores or go to office. Try simple activities like standing or walking. Fasting has a unique ability to burn fat and additionally walking has an inevitable effect on your body.
Adequate sleep is the basis of the body's overall well-being. Hence, taking a 20-minute power nap during the day to make up for lost sleep is one of the crucial components of keeping yourself active during a fast.

4. Do not skip the pre-dawn meal (Sehri).

The holy month of Ramadan is just around the corner. The festival is all about building one's spiritual credibility and detoxing the body by fasting from dawn to dusk, but for those who are not fully prepared, it can be exhilarating.
Suhoor, the pre-dawn meal eaten during Ramadan, is the most important meal of the day, just as breakfast is in our regular routine. It is important to prepare meals with well-balanced nutrition. And if you fast until sunset, you need the energy to carry it through the day.

5. Exercise

The holy month of Ramadan is just around the corner. The festival is all about building one's spiritual credibility and detoxing the body by fasting from dawn to dusk, but for those who are not fully prepared, it can be exhilarating. A person may experience difficulties during the first few days of fasting before the body adjusts to a regular pattern. Staying fit during Ramadan in the summer can be difficult because of all the changes in eating, drinking and sleeping patterns. So let's see some tips to stay healthy and fit this festival. 1. Avoid overeating Undoubtedly after a full day of fasting there will be a desire to overeat at Iftar, which can result in fatigue, stomach ache and digestive problems. Also, it is important to include adequate servings of dairy and protein in your meals throughout Ramadan to avoid empty calories and junk food. Eating foods that take longer to digest is an easy way to prevent hunger pangs. 2. Stay hydrated Drink as much liquid as possible during Suhoor and Iftar. Fresh juices, smoothies, protein shakes and other similar drinks can spice it up. Avoid coffee, tea or sugary carbonated drinks as they can actually increase thirst and, ultimately, cause dehydration. 3. Take a nap Adequate sleep is the basis of the body's overall well-being. Hence, taking a 20-minute power nap during the day to make up for lost sleep is one of the crucial components of keeping yourself active during a fast. 4. Do not skip the pre-dawn meal (Sehri). Suhoor, the pre-dawn meal eaten during Ramadan, is the most important meal of the day, just as breakfast is in our regular routine. It is important to prepare meals with well-balanced nutrition. And if you fast until sunset, you need the energy to carry it through the day. 5. Exercise Keep your body active, do daily household chores or go to office. Try simple activities like standing or walking. Fasting has a unique ability to burn fat and additionally walking has an inevitable effect on your body.
Keep your body active, do daily household chores or go to office. Try simple activities like standing or walking. Fasting has a unique ability to burn fat and additionally walking has an inevitable effect on your body.

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