"My number one health tip is: walk everywhere possible! Since work is a 35-minute walk from home, I try to walk home every day, and I mean every day. It's good basic exercise, limbers me up after sitting all day, helps me unwind and decompress after a day's work, and is a good way to stay trim. I used to hate walking, but nowadays I really look forward to walking and if don't get a walk every day I really miss it."
– Mick Timony
From a woman from Japan:
"Last summer I started “water fasting” – drinking only water and/or tea (non-caffeinated) for 36 hours – once a week in order to lose some weight, which I put on right after I started living with my boyfriend (just got married last month). I successfully lost about 10 pounds in three months. It also lowered my blood pressure, changed my diet (you crave more vegetables and fruits), and reduced my eating portions. Now I try to do it once every two weeks or when I feel like cleaning/resetting my system. It also makes your skin nicer and younger-looking."
– Reiko Kuroda-Le Bihan
From a woman in England:
"Try to exercise in some way every day, but don’t push yourself too much. Our energy levels vary daily, so when you feel a little tired, remember some fun exercise will liven up the body and mind and release endorphins to make you feel happier! Vary the exercise, too. Yoga is the best, followed by swimming, cardio and occasionally a few weights. Classes are even better as you are having fun with other people around."
– Louise Brady
From a man from France:
"I moved from France to the United States eight years ago and was afraid of the consequences of a drastic diet change. I haven’t put on a pound since I moved by following a few very basic rules: 1. Eat a variety of different foods from around the world; 2. Avoid restaurant-size portions; 3. Eat at regular hours; and most important, 4. Take a 30-minute break to enjoy your food. You should be able to eat cheese, creamy dishes and pastries without worrying about calories."
– Jean-Patrick Le Bihan
Natalie Bahadur is the editor of styleathome.com.
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