I took off on a weekend get-a-way to Michigan to see my Mom, the Kids and Grandkids and some friends.
It was intense, but a lot of fun. It’s always been very important for me to stay in touch with family and friends.
And the experience always rejuvenates me.
For some, being away from home can be hectic. We easily use the excuse that because we are on vacation, we’re too busy and exercise and a good diet is no longer a priority.
That’s the last thing we have in mind when vacationing.
Instead we stay up late, sleep in, eat what we wouldn’t dream of eating back home, have a few deserts.
And why not?
You’re on vacation, right?
But if you think about it, that comfort food that always has that extra special taste, not only has a direct negative hit to our health, but also our waistline.
Some years ago, I talked to one of my friends, who at that time owned and operated one of the top
ten restaurants in the United States. The topic was on nutrition and he said to me,
“In our business, we don’t cook for health, we cook for taste and that’s how we sell food. People in general aren’t looking for health or evening thinking of it.”
Well no wonder, many come back from vacation with all that extra weight!
When I am on Vacation I make sure I train every morning
rain or shine and with the Recharging Qi Gong exercise you can get a kick ass workout in ½ hour. Working muscles, and tendons, stretching and tonifying internal organs all in one workout
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Below are some special tips while traveling to keep you healthy, stay in great shape, and even shed those unwanted pounds:
1.Rise and shine at the same time and train for at least half an hour. This way, you can get your exercise done before your family gets you on their program. And if you need those extra Zzz’s, you can always grab a nap later in the day. Why not?, you’re on vacation!
2. Eat in moderation. Rich foods, sweets and carbs are all OK, however, take only a bite or two. And pass on those creamy deserts. Instead, stick to sorbets and fruits. PASS on the bread, rice, potatoes, cookies and cakes. You’ll be glad you did when the vacation is over. And if your family and friends want to eat like there is not tomorrow, let them.
But stick to your guns.
3.Stay hydrated! Drink more H2O than you usually do at home; minimum three quarts a day if you are not exercising.
If you are going hiking, playing tennis or anything physical, it’s important to drink even more. Also eat hydrating foods for snacks such as fruits or veggies.
4.EXERCISE! Walk, both forward and backwards. Stretch, swim and incorporate different possibilities stay physically active. There are a few simple exercises from the Recharging Qi Gong exercised that I do every day ( The Yin Set) or pick out one of the sets from the Qi Gong Inner Circle DVD’s and work it hard. You’ll reap unbelievable results.
All can easily be incorporated into your vacation to give maxium training in the minium time.
5.Stillness. Doing nothing is an important part of relaxing and recharging your body, mind and spirit. It’s okay if you don’t stop at every roadside attraction. Try swinging from every tree or saying hello to every friend and family member. Relax! You’ll find yourself more peaceful, happier and a lot healthier than the rest of your traveling partners when you get home.
6.Get touched. Treat yourself to a massage, facial, scalp massage or foot reflexology. And if you are with a partner, give each other a massage. This will really enhance your travel. (When I travel to China to study, I always get an hour foot massage as soon as I get there and another one before leaving. This keeps me healthy, relaxed and puts a smile on my face.)
7.Program your mind on how you want to look. This may sound a little strange, but it really works. I program my food by telling it where I want it to go and what I want it to do.
For example, I say to myself as I am about to eat, “I want this meal to strengthen my muscles and give me more energy” or “By eating this food, I will loose weight.”
When you follow these seven easy tips during your vacation, it will become a real vacation. You will return home in better shape, with less of a belly, well rested, more energy and ready to go full force. We all know what it’s like to return from a vacation and then need another soon after.
But because I always incorporate these seven tips, I come back with more energy than before I left. My weekend get-a-way to see my family was just what I needed and I’m feeling great, back to work and seeing patients.
I wish you the Best in Health, Wealth and Happiness,
Dr. Wu Dhi
P.S. If you don’t have the Recharging Qi Gong Program as yet, www.rechargingqigong.com, now is the time to get it. These health and longevity tips that I share with you are just the very tip of the iceberg. But once you start to practice these Qi Gong exercises and join the Qi Gong Inner Circle, you’ll change your health, vitality and longevity.
