The course of antibiotics was completed earlier on this week. Hallelujah! 

It’s been a good 1.5 month of coughing, coughing and more coughing. Whole load of restraints were thrown my way – no cold drinks, no heaty food, no chicken, no eggs (some old wives’ tale), and certainly NO running. 

Total bummer I tell you.

The last 10 KM ran was on 27th May 2012. I really do miss running, actually I miss having a good sweat-out! 

The body has become horribly sluggish and lethargic with the truckload of medicine it’s been force to consume, so to spur on the metabolism and get some regime in place – a dear trainer-friend has given some tips to heed;

1. Gain lean muscle mass – knowing your BMR will assist in working out a calories deficit plan of cutting back/burning calories through exercise. 

2. Strength/Conditioning training – extra pound of muscle mass burns 50 calories (additional) – enough said!!

3. Watch what you eat, Eat Right – don’t let your body go into starvation mode. Eating every 2-3 hours keeps you feeling satiated and even sugar level keeps the cravings away. That reminds me to stock up on my organic mixed nuts and preserved fruits. 

4. Get a good night of rest – your body and mind will thank you for it. Lack of sleep decreases the number of calories your body burns. Guilty as charged – I vow to be in bed by 11 pm, which is plainly hard for me. 

Hope the above helps if you’re looking to rev up your metabolism too!


2 responses to “Revving up the Metabolism”

  1. Health Halo Avatar

    eeks my last 10km was a long time ago too because of injury! Don't give up, patience is the key,I learnt loads of it so far.

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  2. Worrywart Avatar

    Health Halo – loads of patience indeed, to build up the lost stamina. Good luck to us!

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