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Big Ben has shaved his quarantine terrorist beard and has gone outside of his normal element and has released a hype video showing him (bearded) throwing to Juju at an undisclosed location. On the video that many of you cant see because his Twitter management team has you blocked by some blocking bot that has been deployed over the years, Big Ben is looking skinny, obviously shaven and talking to a woman we presume to be his wife who has to be happy her terrorist-looking husband IS BACK.

What a day for the NFL. It appears were about to get some real action out of these guys now that training facilities are opening up again. You know Roethlisberger, 38, has to like his chances in the AFC North with a rookie in Cincinnati, inconsistent Baker and Lamar about ready to come back to earth. Maybe this is Big Ben trying to do his own Last Dance documentary.

The other big news here is that hes looking awfully skinny for this time of year. Normally hes fat AF right now and sheds the pounds in July like us normal guys who lose lbs. by cutting the grass and tree limbs in the humidity. This guy means business.

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Green juices are synonymous with health, acquiring the habit of consuming them daily is the best ally for the digestive system, great detox remedy, strengthens the immune system and fills us with energy

In recent years juice consumption or the famous juicing It has become one of the most popular health trends, various nutrition specialists and health coach. This method refers to the process by which fresh fruit and vegetable juices are extracted, are natural products considered a extraordinary ally for detoxify the body, lose weight, provide many more nutrients and inclusive improve their absorption. There are many benefits related to daily consumption of green juicesThe main ones include:

Its immense supply of nutrients and hydration which greatly improve all body functions.Are the perfect ally to regulate digestion and protect intestinal healthfight stomach aches and thanks to its fiber content help ccombat constipation. They have a considerable and significant anti-inflammatory power, which helps combat all kinds of chronic diseases known to modern man as is the case of obesity, diabetes, heart disease and even cancer. Increase considerably and positively the bodys energy levels, it is therefore perfect to start the day drinking a glass of green juice provides a lot of vitality.Its unmatched nutrient content is highly positive for improve the immune system and increase the bodys defenses. They are purifying, they help the body eliminate everything it does not need and accelerate metabolism so the fat burning and weight loss. Improve the appearance of the skin from within thanks to its ability to hydrate it, increase the collagen production and in general the skin looks great fresher and more radiant.

This green juice recipe is a wonderful alternative to consume every day, stands out for its exceptional contribution in nutrients among which its powerful antioxidants and essential nutrients like vitamin A, B and Crich minerals like magnesium, iron, potassium and especially for his great fiber content, Its a drink extremely healthy and with great anti-inflammatory properties.

2 cups baby spinach1 handful of parsley1 medium green apple1 cucumber1 one-inch piece of ginger lemon liter of water

Wash and disinfect all ingredients before using them.Cut all the ingredients (except the spinach and parsley) into cubes or small slices.Get the lemon juice.Add all the ingredients in the blender glass together with the water and the previously squeezed lemon juice. Mix for a couple of minutes until you get a homogeneous mixture.Serve and consume immediately to prevent it from oxidizing and losing its properties.

Try to consume a glass of this green juice daily and on an empty stomach.You can turn it into a delicious and fresh smoothie for the hot months, add ice and reduce the amount of water, if you dare you can even add a little of your favorite vegetable milk.This juice can be prepared in two ways: strained or without straining, remember that by straining you will be losing much of the fiber it contains.

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Think about some of the most popular paneer delicacies you know of - it is quite a task, given there are so many paneer dishes in this country. But no matter where you start from, you are bound to picture kadhai paneer and paneer tikka in the coveted list. And what is special about these delicacies apart from the ingenious use of paneer, it also contains good amount of capsicum. The rich, peppery tone of capsicum blends so well with the creamy hint of paneer, making the two a match made in heaven! There are innumerable ways in which you can use the two in your dishes. Take for instance this stuffed capsicum recipe, which is filled with a spicy paneer mix. It is made with healthy ingredients, and is very well capable of giving your daily spread an instant face-lift.

Did you know that paneer is touted as one of the best sources of protein and calcium? Protein is said to play a very instrumental role in weight loss. By keeping you full for long, it helps prevent the urge to binge. When you eat in controlled portions, you are much likely to lose weight quickly and sustain it too. Calcium, on the other hand, helps strengthen bones and teeth.

(Also Read:11 Best Paneer Recipes | Easy Paneer Recipes | Popular Cottage Cheese Recipes)

These deseeded capsicums stuffed with cottage cheese aregrilled, if you want you can bake them too. It can work as an incredible side dish. It is sure to be a hit even among kids and fussy eaters- since it has all it takes to be a winner. The stuffing made with scrambled paneer, chopped onions, lemon juice, cumin powder, salt, olive oil and red chilli powder is a delectable medley of flavours and health. In f; act, you can also use some left-over stuffing for next day's breakfast or sandwiches.

(Also Read:5 Easy Restaurant-Style Recipes Made With Diabetic-Friendly Ingredients)

These de-seeded capsicums stuffed with cottage cheese is grilled

Make sure you mix everything well in a bowl. Another important thing to remember here is the de-seeding of capsicum, just cut the cap of the capsicum and slowly insert the knife along the axle and scoop out the seeds. Do this before you start making the mixture. Fill these capsicums with the scrummy paneer mix, grill or bake and enjoy the snack. You do not even need any accompaniment, for the snack is so wholesome in itself.

Here is the step-by-step recipe of stuffed paneer capsicum.

Try it at home and let us know how you liked it.

(This content including advice provides generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for qualified medical opinion. Always consult a specialist or your own doctor for more information. NDTV does not claim responsibility for this information.)

About Sushmita SenguptaSharing a strong penchant for food, Sushmita loves all things good, cheesy and greasy. Her other favourite pastime activities other than discussing food includes, reading, watching movies and binge-watching TV shows.

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'Tis the season for avid cyclists to dust down the best road bike, detach it from a turbo trainer and fish the cycling shoes from the back of the wardrobe, strap on the ol' heart rate monitor maybe use a sterilising wipe on it first, then venture outside. Cycling has never been more popular and it's also a way to get your daily exercise. The good news is, you don't need to be Chris Froome to train like a cycling pro and this workout is a great way to burn the most caloriesin the shortest amount of time, helping with your lockdown weight loss.

Alas, the current global 'situation' means there are restrictions and the open road isnt so, erm, open any more. However the good news is that city streets are emptier than they usually are, and restrictions have been relaxed to just the point where the police are not likely to stop you so let's make the most of every ride.

The bottom line is, professional cyclists dont just crank out a few easy kilometres on their training routes, opting instead to weave interval training techniques, hill climbs and aerobic strengthening exercises into every outing. Don't just think this is about sitting in the saddle for as long as possible either, because a solid on-bike workout can be achieved in as little as 30-45 minutes.

Weve spoken to professional riders, top trainers and even the top nutritionist at Deceuninck-Quickstep for their top advice on squeezing every last ounce out of each ride and recovering afterwards, even if that is just a 30 minute burn around the block.

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Based upon the fact that you are likely restricted to the amount of time you can be out on the bike, it is a good idea to warm up before you set off, meaning you dont have to waste valuable bike time spinning the legs into action.

With that in mind, it could be a case of sitting on a turbo trainer or exercise bike for ten minutes prior to leaving, setting the gearing on an easy ratio and spinning the legs at a cadence of 70rpm for two minutes, 80rpm for two minutes and so on, increasing the cadence (but dont go heavy on the resistance) until you hit the 10 minute mark.

If you arent lucky enough to own an indoor cycling solution, try a dynamic warm-up of light leg exercises and stretches. A five-minute routine of jumping jacks, bodyweight squats, high-knee sprints on the spot, bodyweight reverse lunges and side lunges will engage the major muscle groups, elevate the heart rate and get the lungs ready for a workout.Doing this in your skin-tight cycling gear might look a bit silly, but your legs will thank you for it.

Note that most of the following workouts require some sort of timer, which can be found on most good bike computers nowadays, but also come part and parcel of most fitness and smartwatches. You can set the desired intervals up before you head out, to save too much distracting button pushing when out in the saddle.

Give fellow cyclists a wide berth when out training ie: not like this

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Tabata Training

"Most people who have read or talked about High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) have probably heard the term "Tabata" thrown around and for a good reason. These super-short efforts (with even shorter rest) kicked off the HIIT craze in the mid 90's thanks to Professor Izumi Tabata," explains Mac Cassin, Head Cycling Physiologist at Wahoo Fitness and indoor training app The Sufferfest and the man responsible for keeping many pro cyclists fit when they can't get outside.

"If you only have 30 minutes to ride a bike outside, and you want to make the most of it, then the HIIT Tabata session is the way to go. The standard Tabata set contains 8 x 20-second maximal efforts, with 10-seconds recovery between, making the entire set last 4-minutes.

Here is how you can fit 3 Tabata sets into a single 30-minute session:

Warm-Up - 7 minutes

Tabata Set - 4 minutes

Recovery - 3 minutes

Tabata Set - 4 minutes

Recovery - 3 minutes

Tabata Set - 4 minutes

Cool-Down - 5 minutes

Try Tabata-style training on the bike to keep up with the pack when lockdown lifts

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"If you are new to this sort of effort, you can start with 3 sets of 6 repeats. As you progress, you can slowly build your way up to 3 sets of 12 repeats," Mac explains

All you need to complete this session is a timer or interval counter.Most smart fitness devices have an interval or workout timer mode, and there are plenty of free Tabata apps for smartphones.

If you're worried about the effort you require to output during the Tabata Set, the "pacing" component is "to go all-out for each 20-second effort", according to Mac. "Your pace will naturally drop a nit through each set so don't worry. The other key to pacing this session is to go really, really easy for those 10 seconds between each effort, so don't be surprised if you are coming to a near standstill by the end of the third set!" he adds.

Group rides are off the cards but solo missions are just as good

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Flying Intervals

Just like in the local gym class, interval training (more commonly known as HIIT - High Intensity Interval Training or Tabata, as mentioned above) has been incorporated into workouts that require a high calorie burn in a short space of time. Interval training in cycling does much the same thing, while training the body to recover faster between sprints.

This is essential to improve performance when out on the road, during group rides or when racing, as most high octane rides consist of periods of paced tempo cycling and short sprints to catch up with the pack, overtake a rival or simply to get away from traffic during the morning commute.

After successfully warming up (see above), cycle to an area where youve got some room to speed up and slow down. Now, drop the gears into the large front cog and a smaller cog at the rear and pedal hard for 40 seconds. Recover for 20 seconds with some easy spinning and repeat. Do this ten times.

Pedal easy for three-to-five minutes to allow the heart rate to settle and repeat the above for a further ten rounds. Use the 10 minute cycle home to cool down by taking it easy.

Attack Threshold Intervals

Road cycling races will feature periods where teams or individuals have to attack in order to catch up with the competition or put some space between the leaders and the rest of the pack. Your daily cycling might not require this, but threshold training will help you become a faster cyclist and ensure completing longer distances becomes much easier.

After a good ten-to-fifteen minute warm-up, aim to pedal at your maximum threshold for two-to-three minutes, followed by a light recovery pedal for the same amount of time. Pro cyclists will know their max threshold (the wattage they can output over a set period of time) but for most amateurs, this simply needs to be your maximum work rate for the entire allocated period, followed by a very gentle spin or coast.

Repeat the above twice in the early days and try to extend the sets as your muscles and cardiovascular system adapt. Over time, youll be able to pedal all-out for five or more sets, making future periods of exertion much easier to manage.

Avoid the urge to binge on junk food during lockdown

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Its very tempting to gorge on M&Ms and trendy pale ales while sobbing in from of The Walking Dead during the nationwide lockdown, but there is a way to keep the pounds off and ensure your body has the right nutrients to build muscle and repair after the intense workouts listed above.

Despite the Tour de France being postponed for now, Marije Jongedijk, Team Nutritionist at pro cycling outfit Deceuninck-QuickStep, is still busy keeping the team in check and on a healthy path. But she found time to divulge some nutritional tips for every keen cyclist to adhere to.

Get your vitamins

Make sure your body has the support it needs by taking plenty of vegetables like cucumber, salad, broccoli and tomatoes onboard, she says.

Its easier to blend these up a soup and have this on hand to add into the diet as a starter to your meal or simply eat as a snack. Also, bingeing on things like blueberries and strawberries is better at a time like this than something particularly fatty, like nuts, Marije adds.

Manage your intake of energy-dense foods

Due to lockdown, most of us are using a lot less energy, with our daily trip to the gym or long cycle out of the question. So When you do eat nutrition that is rich in calories, like olive oil or nuts, try to manage quantity, she says.

In general one tablespoon of olive oil as a dressing or sauce per meal is enough, the same goes for a helping of peanut butter. Try and limit your nut intake to one handful a day and eat these instead of other fatty snacks, she adds.

The Deceuninck-QuickStep team taking on vital nutrients during a training ride

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Turn up the volume

Dont panic, you can still eat large bowls of food during this time, but you just have to be more selective with what they are. For example, 600g of skimmed yoghurt has the same amount of protein and calories as just 250g of a fattier rival, Marije divulges.

The same goes for pasta. A wheat penne will leave you feeling fuller for longer over, say, a white spaghetti. Make time for eating and focus on every meal and you will feel more satisfied, she adds.

Try healthier snacking

If you still cant curb that urge to snack, try something that has been designed with sports nutrition in mind. There are loads of shakes to crave a sweet tooth, chocolate bar alternatives, spreads and healthy savoury options, such as jerky. Check out the list below for some great guides.

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Even as many of us struggle to stay fit during the lockdown, actor Arshad Warsi has done what all of us hoped to do, i.e. lost weight.The 52-year-old actor has always amused us with his style of acting and comic skills, this time, it's his transformation which has left us stunned.The actor took to social media recently to share how he lost close to 6 kilograms in a month's time, detailing some of the things he did for the same.Adding how much he missed carbs, Arshad tweeted:

"Was on a very strict diet for one month. Zero Carbs, Intermittent, Cardio & weight training, knock off 6 kgs in 30 days, got 4 more to go. This morning I had carbs, AND OMG ITS THE BEST THING IN THE WORLD. Now I have to find another way to get fit Man facepalming"

He also mentioned further details, adding that he spent intensive hours coming up with his own workout routine which involved the treadmill.

One of the tricks Arshad used was combining the Ketogenic diet and Intermittent Fasting together. He even challenged Raveena Tandon to give it a try:

"Intermittent and keto with a special kind of cardio exercise I do on the treadmill, no running.... my invention, will send you a video, try it you'll love it."

The biggest challenge for him? Staying away from his wife Maria Goretti's yummy cooking!

Can you combine Keto and Intermittent Fasting?Even though Keto and Intermittent Fasting are two different plans which come backed with weight-loss promoting results, combining the two diet plans is something a lot of people do to achieve results faster.

While Ketogenic diet is a low carb diet, which limits your carb intake to 20-50 carbs a day, Intermittent Fasting involves stipulated feeding and fasting, which can be done in several formats.

Combining the two diet plans seem like an effective prospect, but only if done correctly. The biggest difference this makes is on your appetite. Since you follow Keto rules while fasting, you restrict the carb intake in your diet, while regulating your protein and fat intake, which make you feel fuller for longer and make the fasting window a little less worrisome. Another benefit is increased fat loss. Because intermittent fasting boosts metabolism by promoting thermogenesis, or heat production, the body may start utilizing stubborn fat stores.

Another pro here is the additional prospect of losing the inches a little faster, which makes it more appealing for those on a mission to lose weight faster.

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Want to know how to lose belly fat fast? Well you can't. But there are ways to torch fat, shed the dreaded visceral fat and maybe even reveal your abs. During lockdown it's a problem a lot of us are facing but then again, its a problem a lot of us were facing before lockdown.

Contrary to what a lot of websites will tell you, directly targeting 'belly fat' is largely impossible outside of surgical procedures. It's more of a matter of knowing how to lose weight in general some of which will be around your belly. It can also be useful to work on your abdominal muscles, so that when the fat is finally gone, your stomach will be properly flat, not fat. Although there's no magic bullet to slay belly fat, there are ways to burn visceral fat that are tried, trusted and true.

And, as you have probably guessed, we have a list of them. So if you want to burn belly fat and get fit, this is our 'six-pack' of tips, cheats, technologies and strategies. Oh and if you want to round it up to a lucky 7 tips, try this one blindingly obvious way to avoid lockdown weight gain.

Important note here, everyone: Belly fat these days is often referred to as visceral fat because that sounds scarier. If you really need to shed visceral fat because it's endangering your life, that is an area where you should probably be seeking medical advice, if that is at all possible. But while this guide is more about slimming down a bit, or avoiding ballooning during lockdown, belly fat loss also has an element of visceral fat loss.

Our lose belly fat tips aren't necessarily quick, and this is not about telling you how to get six pack abs although we have plenty of guides to that, too. No, this is just a 'six pack' do you see what we did, there? of tips to getting a healthier life and feeling comfortable with the girth of your mid-riff. We're not looking to fat shame anyone here or totally bro out, we're just offering advice.

We've got some great tips, a few cheeky shortcuts and key strategies to lose belly fat quickly, healthily and sustainably. As we just said, there are no quick fixes here; we want you to develop habits that ensure you'll stay trim for good.Weve also got the lowdown on the best exercises to lose belly fat, and all the gear youll need to get started although, of course, the most important 'gear' is the bit between your ears.

There's no hard-and-fast rule for slim-down success: the best way to lose belly fat is the way that works around your lifestyle. If you follow an unsustainable plan, you won't last: it's as simple as that. In this article we lay out six principles that are applicable to everyone, whether you're a total beginner starting your weight-loss journey or a seasoned pro who fell off the wagon over Christmas.

These guiding lights will keep you on the straight and narrow, even during a lockdown situation. Dont try to take on more than you can reasonably fit into one day. And, despite the name of this feature, don't fixate on 'belly fat'. It's important to reduce visceral fat, which does tend to lurk around the belly area, but that is best achieved by trying to slim down and tune up overall.

Here are six strategies to help you start losing weight.

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The short answer to the question of how to lose belly fat is to burn more calories than you consume on a regular basis. In the fitness world, this is known as achieving a "calorie deficit".

If this sounds like a waking nightmare, there's a trick to it: what you need to do is ensure youre eating the correct kind of food to make sure you feel full and sated, even when consuming fewer calories than you're burning off.

Certain foods are "empty calories" while others release energy slowly, keeping you fuller for longer. This is a big danger, especially while you're at home, with all your food within easy reach.

But before that, you'll need to find a good way to track your calories burned and calories taken in. The free MyFitnessPal app is one of the best ways to record your calorie intake, but to track your calories burned, you'll need a dedicated fitness tracker. If you already own a smartwatch, most will offer calorie tracking as standard, but for those yet to make the plunge, the Fitbit Versa Lite is the best activity tracker you can buy right now. Check out the deal below.

Oh, and staying hydrated is crucial, as well

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Intermittent fasting is becoming more and more popular. It involves significantly cutting calories or abstaining from food altogether for a portion of the day or week, and then cramming all your calories into a much shorter time window.

The best-known intermittent fasting plan is the 5:2 diet, where you eat as you normally would (although hopefully a bit healthier) for five days a week, then scoff no more than 600 calories two days a week.There are also variants of this diet where you consume almost no calories, two days per week. This is much more doable than it sounds, so long as you are in good general health, but it's not exactly fun.

However, for trainees who are serious but not that serious, there's the 16:8 diet. With this diet you have only 8 hours a day to fit all your meals in, but can only drink water (and maybe some black coffee, if you're feeling naughty) within a 16 hour fasting period outside of those 8 hours. Most choose to eat from 10am to 6pm, but as long as you stay within an eight hour window, you can start and finish at any time of the day. This isHugh Jackman's strategy, so if you have ever wanted to be in Wolverine shape

Why try fasting, though? Well, during the fasting period the body will run out of sugar to run on, and so will start eating up the bodys fat stores. The big negative is the adjustment period: if you're used to a big breakfast or an early dinner, a 16-hour fast feels tough at first, especially if you're exercising. You're going to get seriously cranky.

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Dead set on having chips? An air fryer can deliver a lot of the delicious taste with less of the not-quite-so-delicious oil

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If you eat fried food all the time, switching to an air fryer will definitely cause you to lose weight unless buying one causes you to start eating loads of chocolate because you've reduced your fat intake. No, it doesn't taste as delicious as proper fried food of course not but it turns out meals with a good fried/roasted taste, but with up to 80% lower fat content.

If you don't eat fried food all the time but like to treat yourself now and then, switching to an air fryer could still help with you to lose weight. Even with a solid balanced diet and a good workout ethic, there will come a time when your willpower will falter and you'll want to fall back on your old favourites, like fried chicken, fish, chips and all the other foods you love normally dripping with grease. If you schedule in cheat days and do this in a controlled way, it's good to know you're cooking these foods in a way that still helps you hit your goals.

Enter the air fryer. The best air fryers are revolutionary pieces of kit that use hot air combined with a teaspoon of oil (as opposed to the gallons of oil found in the deep-fat variety) to cook your crispy favourites. If kitchen space and budget is no object, you can cook a whole chicken in the Philips Airfryer XXL, but if you're after something a little more economical, Pro Breeze Airfryer 1400W is lightweight, versatile and cheaper, perfect for portion control. It also seems to usually be sold out all the time at present, so perhaps everyone has already taken our advice, here.

This is just one way to have your (fried) cake and eat it too. Swapping high-calorie pints of ice cream to the low-calorie versions like Halo Top or Oppo, or switching out cholesterol-laden butter for a healthier olive spread, are other easy ways you can make relatively simple lifestyle choices and still keep weight off.

Weight training is a great way to tip your muscle-fat ratio the right way

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There are two main types of exercise: cardio training and weights, otherwise known as resistance training.Although cardio burns a lot of calories while you do it, weight training builds muscle which burns more than fat as you go about your day. The more muscle mass you have, the more calories you'll burn even when not working out.

Resistance training may seem scary if you're doing it for the first time, especially in the gym when the area's dominated by serious lifters, but you dont have to start adding big plates to the bar right now. There's plenty of ways to get started at home with smaller weights such as dumbbells, kettlebells and even medicine balls.

Were not going to list every single lifting exercise, so why not pick the body part you want to start toning up and check out some of our muscle-building how-tos. One you've done that, grab one of the best dumbbell sets on the market. They're not just for arms: you can use a dumbbell to work your core, shoulders, and even your legs with combination movements.

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If everything for the home gym has sold out which happens a lot lately consider doing bodyweight exercises. If that idea makes you think of muscular men working out in prison, try our guide to the best bodyweight exercises for beginners and ease into it gently. Before you know it you'll be ready for the Navy SEAL workout. None of these require any specialist equipment.

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All of this aside, dont neglect cardio, as regular cardio workouts are important for fitness and stamina.

Electric Muscle Stimulation can help your muscles recover faster

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It may seem gimmicky when you unwrap your new six-pack vibrating belt, complete with a picture of Ronaldo on the box, but don't roll your eyes just yet. While you can't just sit there eating crisps and expect to get ripped, Electric Muscle Stimulators can help as part of a controlled dietary and exercise plan.

EMS can cause the muscles to contract, essentially tensing and untensing rapidly. During downtime post-workout, you can continue to encourage muscle growth with EMS, while the right bit of kit can also encourage faster recovery, allowing you to get back in the gym all the quicker. According to the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, EMS stimulates the muscle in the same way as a massage, prepping it for the next go-round.

It's not a bona fide shortcut to a six-pack, but it can speed up the muscle-building process with regular use.

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Planks are a tough abs workout and a great end-of-workout finisher

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As well doing both muscle-building and cardio exercises, if you want to lose belly fat its also important to switch up the pace of your workout.

Every time you workout, you should exercise using both steady state (working hard but not at max capacity, such as during brisk jog) and high intensity (going flat out, like sprinting) to torch your abdominal fat.

Steady state or aerobic exercises include cycling, running or uphill hiking.Its a crucial part of losing belly fat because it burns through your fat stores. However, it also uses your sugar stores for energy first, so you need to do steady-state for long enough to use up all that sugar before it eats into your fat reserves.

High intensity workouts use mainly sugar for fuel, so they don't hit the fat right away, but it does help in building muscle, which will help you torch fat even on days you're not exercising. Explosive weight lifting, sprinting and HIIT-friendly exercises like mountain climbers are all great high-intensity exercises.

A good fitness tracker will help you to gauge the intensity of your workout by monitoring your heart rate. For overall fitness trackers, check out the Fitbit Versa Lite above, but for a dedicated running watch, you can't beat the Garmin Forerunner 645, the best on the market right now.

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The most important thing to bear in mind is this: losing weight takes time. You'll have setbacks and slip-ups, but if you stay committed to your goal, you'll be fitter and healthier in 2020, building up great habits for many years ahead.

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Keen photographer and birdwatcher Keith Clowes decided to shed the pounds for good when he was experiencing different health issues - including varicose ulcers.

Keith - who is retired, but previously worked for JCB - had lost weight before with slimming world, but unfortunately piled the pounds back on.

He had also been a yo-yo dieter for many years, trying different weight loss plans in an effort to find something that worked for him.

So when Keith, from Kingsley, stepped back through the Slimming World doors 16 months ago - it was for the final time.

Keith steadily lost 3st 7lbs - going from 21st 2lbs to 17st 9lbs.

He reached his target weight during lockdown in a fantastic week which saw him also gain his three and a half stone award and slimmer of the week.

Speaking about his journey, Keith said: "I was experiencing some health issues and decided that it was about time I got some weight off.

"I knew the ins and outs of the plan from following it before so it was easy to get back into it.

"Since I've lost the weight I haven't had anywhere near as much trouble with my health and I've got a lot more go in me."

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Keith has been enjoying getting out more and loves walking for miles - as well as enjoying his hobbies of photography and birdwatching.

He said: "The journey can be difficult. It took me 16 months to get the weight off this time, but when I've done it before it only took me 22 weeks. But when you lose it slowly, you keep it off.

"I like to go all over the place bird ringing - I've been doing it for over 20 years. My wife and I also love getting out in the carvan and I'm a keen walker too. I started off walking up to one mile before my weight loss and now I've built up to around eight to nine miles."

Keith has been married for 37 years to his wife Janet who is also a Slimming World member. The couple support each other as much as they can.

Keith said: "It makes it a lot easier that we both follow the plan. We can support each other and eat the same healthy meals.

"Our consultant Ange is also brilliant - she keeps us motivated. We've been doing classes on Zoom due to coronavirus and they have been great.

"Everyone can see eachother and you can stay motivated even when you can't physically go to group. Without Zoom, I think a lot of people would be tempted to go off plan."

Keith also praises going to group every single week to motivate yourself - and others - to stay on track.

He said: "We've got a good group. It's strange at first when you join but everyone is so supportive.

"If you don't go to group, it's easy for the weight to start creeping back on. It's important to weigh in regularly and be honest with yourself. I'm a target member now but I will continue to go to group to keep myself on track.

"Going to group is great because it works both ways - you can have help and support from other people, but then you can give them advice too, especially new members."

Keith has been through the Slimming World journey twice and advises that you should 'be true to yourself' if you want to see success.

Keith added: "I think my top tip for anyone wanting to start their journey would be to just keep plodding on. Don't let a gain dishearten you. It happens to everyone and I've had them in my journey.

"You just need to be true to yourself, count your syns and don't go over them. If you do, you won't lose.

"You can have anything as long as you are counting your syns and staying within them. It's a lifestyle change, not a diet."

Keith attends Angela's Slimming World group at New Springs Church in Bucknall. The group has meetings at the church on Eaves Lane on Monday at 9.30am, 5.30pm and 7.30pm but all classes are now online due to the lockdown.

Classes are currently on Zoom on Mondays at 10am, 6pm and 8pm and membership is half price but free for NHS frontline workers with a blue card. For more information you can contact Angela on 07760878254.

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Green beet and cucumber juice to lose weight and give energy. | Pexels

Within the fruit and vegetable juices green juices do more good to our body, but if beyond beauty we seek health, so the green juice of beets and cucumbers to lose weight and give energy It will be your best ally.

The juices They are usually a great complement to breakfast, taking them in the morning helps us to enjoy their effects throughout the day and especially, when we include natural ingredients rich in nutrients. It is precisely the case of green beet and cucumber juice.

As you know, green juices They are of great help when we seek to reduce sizes and lose weight, They deflate our abdomen, improve digestion, nourish us deeply, even fight aging, thats why they are one of the beauty tips and Health More popular.

Since it is easy to prepare them, the recipes of these home remedies they can make us angry, but this green beet and cucumber juice It will be a great alternative that will also fill you with energy considerably.

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From a bad diet, to poor rest and a lot of physical activity, work, stress, it is predictable that our energy will not be kept at its peak, but with healthy food like this green juice you will feel great. You just have to follow this recipe:

Ingredients

5 basil branches2 carrotsHalf beetThe juice of 1 lemon1 large peeled cucumber.

Preparation

Put all the fresh and clean ingredients in your juice processor. Take immediately after brewing and take this green juice for two or three days a week to enjoy its benefits.

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Over the years, sectoral representation in the Nifty50 has undergone a sea of change, in line with changes in the underlying economy. The Financials which have gained weightage since 2005 now seem to be losing their control on the index, Motilal Oswal noted in a report.

While new sectors have evolved, some of the erstwhile dominant sectors have lost their relevance in the new India. Also, the recent correction led by the COVID-19 pandemic has entailed some interesting changes in the Niftys sectoral representations.

Financials have had a dominant run in the last decade; the contribution of BFSI has risen secularly in the Nifty50 from 22.7 percent in December 2009 to 42 percent in December 2019 (+1.9x in 10 years), highlighted the report.

While the share of Private Banks/NBFCs in the index has gone up substantially, that of PSU Banks has declined, which highlights the underlying value migration in favour of private financials.

The recent correction post the COVID-19 crisis has impacted Financials disproportionately given the economy-wide lockdown for the past seven weeks and its potential direct as well as indirect ramifications for loan growth, asset quality, and moratorium impact, highlighted the report.

Financials loss has been the gain of defensives like Consumer, Technology, Pharma, and Telecom. After this correction, BFSIs weight in the Nifty is now at a 3-year low of 33.9 percent, down 810bp (versus December 2019).

Experts are of the view that COVID-19 might change the way businesses are run in the future, and stress in the banking sector might increase which is why other sectors are gaining traction that are likely to perform better.

COVID-19 might change the way business would perform in the next two years. There is significant weightage given to oil & gas, Tech, consumer and telecom sectors as it might get more traction compared to banks and NBFC, as demand is subdued and might take more time to build up, Gaurav Garg, Head of Research at CapitalVia Global Research Limited- Investment Advisor told Moneycontrol.

In my opinion telecom and technology stocks would out-perform amongst its constituent NIFTY-50 peers, he said.

Oil and Gas (O&G) has seen a large increase in weight thanks to the huge outperformance of Reliance Industries. Oil & Gas gained 310 bps since December 2019 and now constitutes 15.6 percent of the Nifty in 2020.

Interestingly, a large part of the rally in Reliance Industries (RIL) has been led by developments in Telecom i.e. Reliance Jio. After the series of investments from multiple entities in Jio Platforms over the last three weeks, the company is now moving toward becoming debt-free. In fact, Reliance Jio now constitutes 50 percent of RILs SOTP.

Technology has seen good interest owing to its defensive nature with strong cash-rich balance sheets while telecom is expected to see the minimum impact of COVID-19. Hence, the sector has seen significant outperformance in the recent correction, added the note.

"The COVID-19 impact has thrown all dynamics out of gear of even the most resilient of sectors, and most of the sectors are grappling to survive this onslaught of colossal financial damage. Hence, investors are advised to go slow in investing, and not rush in all at once," Aamar Deo Singh, Head Advisory, Angel Broking Ltd told Moneycontrol.

"Also, diversification and focus only and only on quality stocks is the need of the hour. Till such time, we do not see a clear cut way out of the present crisis, it would too early to say that we are out of the woods yet," he said.

48 percent of Nifty50 constituents remain unchanged:

As many as 48 percent of Nifty50 constituents or 24 stocks remain unchanged over 15 years. Of these 24, four are from Auto, Oil & Technology, each, two from Private Banks, Consumer, Metals & Healthcare and one each from NBFC, Capital Goods, PSU Banks & Telecom.

Stocks that remain unchanged include Infosys, HCL Tech, ITC, HUL, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Tata Motors, Maruti Suzuki, M&M, and Hero MotoCorp, according to Motilal Oswal report.

The combined weight of these 24 stocks declined to 73.9 percent compared to 77.5 percent 15 years ago, but was up from 60.2 percent in December 2007.

In Private Financials, all three stocks HDFC Bank (+8.7%), HDFC (+5.2%) and ICICI Bank (+1.6%) have seen an increase in weights over the last 15 years. Among these 24 stocks, oil & gas has been the biggest loser in terms of weight, and in Consumer, ITC has significantly underperformed HUL and for the first time, HULs weight in the Nifty has overtaken ITC.

Experts feel that these 24 companies are a sectoral leader and could well remain part of the Nifty50 in the near future as well; hence, investors should remain invested in case they hold the stocks.

Most of the high performing giants continue to be onNifty50 list, but I expect some addition from the consumption sector and a few insurance stocks. Half of the constituents ofNifty50 have been there for 15 years and in my opinion, they will continue to be part of it, said Garg of CapitalVia Global Research Limited.

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GEMMA Collins revealed her weight loss in skinny jeans from her boutique shop as she showed off her perky bum.

The G.C. took to Instagram to model her classy black jeans and she looked extremely glam in her kitchen at home.

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Looking stunning in a black vest top, the form-flattering jeans clung to her curves.

Gemma, 39, told fans the jeans would hold you in and wore her hair down in waves with a face of perfect make-up.

Her followers were thrilled with the look and rushed to the comments section to tell Gemma.

One wrote: Looking gorgeous xx

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While a third gushed: You look stunning in them Jeans lockdown is doing you the world of good!

Gemma recently told her fans shes focusing on her health and cooking from scratch after sharing another weight loss snap recently.

The TOWIE star looked incredible as she showed off the results of her efforts, telling her followers that she feels so much better.

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Gemma wrote: Ive been concentrating solely on my health recently and feel so much better because I have had TIME!!!!! Yes TIME !!! to focus on it.

No eating out and having to cook from scratch. I do have Saturdays off to have whatever I want however use the next 3 weeks wisely, keep a positive mindset try and stick to routine in the week I find it helps.

Last year, Gemma revealed she'd gradually lost over three stone and aimed to lose a further three to bring her down to a size 16.

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She put the weight loss down to beginning training for Dancing on Ice combined with a healthier diet.

The TOWIE star told The Sun Online exclusively: "I'd be really happy if I lost six stone as that would bring me down to 12 stone and a size 16."

But she said losing weight isnt about trying to become more body confident.

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