You can still workout while fasting
Some say training or working out during the holy month of Ramadan is a no-no, but a health and fitness expert thinks otherwise.
“If done correctly, it (workout) can do wonders for you,” says Sunny Shaper, health and beauty specialist at QNET, a direct selling company that provides life-enhancing products. He tells Khaleej Times: “I once told a friend that Ramadan is all about discipline and silencing the ego. Hence, it becomes even more necessary to train in this period while fasting.”
“Ramadan is about reflection and take this chance to overcome what you’ve been struggling with all year. Fortify your beliefs, manage your weight, and maintain your health,” he adds.
Here are His tips for a good workout wHile fasting: when to train? > Before suhoor — if strange sleeping hours don’t bother you during Ramadan, this fits perfectly for you. It involves training at 3 am and you can refill your protein level later or by drinking protein shakes during your workout, but everything must be done at 3am. > an hour before breaking the fast — this is a good time for low-intensity workouts, as you will not have much energy due to low carbohydrate levels. It’s important to remember that you’re prone to dehydration while training so make sure to have plenty of water when you break your fast. Also, make sure to eat a lot of fruits for the essential nutrients that your body needs to recover from fasting. High-fibre beverage will also aid in maintaining a healthy gut and good bowel movement.
> post taraweeh prayers — this period of training gives you time to digest your evening meals and you can drink plenty of fluids while training. However, you have to refrain from socialising to accommodate training at this time. remember: > training while fasting is all about the mentality. You need to listen to your body as well to know if working out while fasting makes you feel positive and comfortable. However, if you’re struggling with your fasting, you always have the option to suspend your gym membership for a month. other dos and don’ts: > keep your workouts to a minimum. > drink plenty of water between Iftar and Suhoor. > don’t do heavy lifting and highintensity exercises. > discontinue training if you feel dizzy. > don’t exercise immediately after food consumption; it’s best to do it after four hours. > Consume high-fibre fruits and drinks for a healthy gut.