Always like this, when the end of the year festivities pass, a new year has barely begun and it’s time to prepare for the festivities, the long-awaited Carnival. This is a time when party excesses are noticed and, therefore, greater attention is needed to diet and physical exercise to stay in shape until Carnival.
Did you go overboard at the end of the year parties? Detox time!
Tips for getting in shape for Carnival
The ideal is to never neglect your physical fitness, but if that wasn’t possible and the rush at the end of another year and the beginning of a new year didn’t allow it, don’t despair, you can still prepare for Carnival, from at least a month in advance, and for those who are more sedentary, the tip is to start with a daily walk of 30 to 45 minutes.
Nails decorated for carnival
If you want to rock and have a fantastic tan to match that special costume, the tip is to prepare your skin, using and abusing foods that contain beta-carotene. The good old carrot is the first one that comes to mind, but all red fruits and vegetables are rich in beta-carotene and help you achieve and maintain that envious tan. Another tip, without contraindications, is to also invest in self-tanners, they are a great option for those who don’t have time to get a little color.
Self tanner: Achieve a perfect color
Stay hydrated, ALWAYS! Drinking lots of fluids, especially in summer, should be a constant habit, if you haven’t already incorporated this healthy habit, it’s a good time to start, in this period leading up to Carnival, be sure to drink at least 2 liters of water per day! Your skin will be more vibrant, your body will be functioning better, and you will certainly feel much better prepared for the days of revelry.
Drinking water helps you rejuvenate
To guarantee a lot of energy for Carnival you need to be up to date with your vitamin and mineral intake, so 3 to 4 days before the festivities, use and abuse vitamins, salads, vegetables, grilled dishes, fruit salads and nutritious juices , which help with the hydration process, a tip is beetroot with kale and apple or watermelon or kale, ginger and bluberry.
Don’t run out of ginger
But anyone who wants to look good and get in shape should invest in aerobic and localized exercises. Walking, running and cycling are suggestions for activities that work on physical conditioning, while bodybuilding, functional training and pilates are localized exercises, they help to define and strengthen muscles.
Learn to do Pilates at home
And be careful, those who are more excited, who want to make the most of the Carnival days, should focus on exercises for the lower muscles: thighs, hips and legs, and must also invest in strengthening the back and abdomen.
Aerobics: lose weight while having fun
And that’s it, now just run to the festivities, not forgetting to choose light and practical costumes to withstand the high temperatures and make this an unforgettable Carnival!
