1. A balanced diet
A person who exercised less than 1 hour a day does not need to eat more calories or eat special foods to increase energy. A balanced diet is enough to give most of the energy is sufficient for physical activity.
Just eat the recommended servings from each food group alone. Experts recommend the food guide pyramid based on age, gender, and amount of daily physical activity.
Food groups are:
a. Meat or meat substitutes.
b. Milk.
c. Fruits and vegetables.
d. Grains, such as bread and pasta.
e. A limited amount of fat and sugar.
2. Drink plenty of water
Many people do not drink enough fluids to compensate for perspiration by physical activity. Some things you can do to avoid dehydration are:
a. Drink plenty of water before, during, and after physical activity.
b. Consuming sports drinks, if it will be exercising for more than an hour, and try to drink at least every 15-20 minutes.
c. Avoid beverages containing caffeine or alcohol. They increase dehydration.
d. In very hot weather, you should do extra precautions to prevent dehydration.
e. If dizziness or very tired, then stop exercising.
3. Get plenty of rest
If you feel weak and tired but not sick then the things you should do include:
a. A short walk briskly for 50-10 minutes and can provide more energy or do other light physical activity.
b. Gradually increase exercise activity. This can give you more energy.
c. Avoiding drugs that can cause fatigue such as sedatives, cold and allergy medications.
d. Eating a balanced diet can give you more energy. Do not skip meals, especially breakfast.
e. Abstain from alcohol, caffeine, and nicotine.
f. Reduce watching TV.
g. Try a good night's sleep.
If you feel weak and tired due to colds or flu then the things you should do is:
a. Getting extra rest when sick.
b. Return slowly to undergo daily activities.
c. Drink plenty of fluids so as not to become dehydrated.
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