Exercise and maintain fitness routine during Ramadan
TDT | Manama
The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com
Reported by Julia Cassano
Exercising during Ramadan doesn’t have to be a total write-off, in fact, if you don’t have any health or medical issues, it is quite possible to maintain a fitness routine during the holy month.
Moayyed Feroze, a fitness coach and co-founder of The Healthy Conscience, told The Daily Tribune that people can exercise during the holy month, and it is something they can do safely and sustainably over the month.
Maintaining not over-aiming
When your body is in a vulnerable state, Ramadan is not the time to hit personal bests or new goals. Exercising when fasting can be challenging for many, hence the importance of safety and not pushing your body too far, said Feroze.
“Ensure that you are not pushing yourself to unrealistic expectations or trying to set records, as the goal should be to keep healthy fitness habits in place during the month, not achieving new targets when your body is in a vulnerable state.”
Find a time that works best for you
When exercising in a fasted state it is not a trouble-free activity, especially as the warmer weather arrives. Everybody reacts differently, so it is best to find a suitable time to work out that ensures you do not overwork yourself.
“The best time to exercise during Ramadan is right before sunset as you can rehydrate and refuel as soon as your workout is complete,” said Feroze. Feroze pointed out that many undergo busy and relentless schedules and advised those who do not possess the time before sunset, to exercise one hour after eating as, “At this point, after the body is refueled and rehydrated, people will contain increased energy to perform their workout in a safe manner.”
It is recommended not to work out in the middle of the day as those who are under fasting routines, will exhaust themselves, and won’t be able to refuel their bodies. However, the fitness coach relayed if the only time available for you is to work out during the day, to only work out for 20-30 minutes at a low intensity. “The key takeaway is to not sweat too much and keep the heart rate around 120 bpm or less.”
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