Q: I'm stuck at home all day because of the pandemic, and I'm starting to pack on pounds. How do I reverse this trend?
When you're stuck at home, it's easy to feel down. Job loss, social isolation, lack of working out—all can fuel negative feelings that prompt overeating and lead to unwanted weight gain. In 2020, the "quarantine 15" is the new "freshman 15.
The good news is that you can undo the damage relatively quickly. First, ditch the junk food, stat. This includes cookies, ice cream, and anything that is fattening and contains a lot of bad calories. Eating healthfully is critical to preventing putting on extra pounds during this pandemic. So, what should you eat instead? Here's what should be on your shopping list:
- Green vegetables: e.g., broccoli, spinach, asparagus, garden salad
- Fruits: e.g., bananas, apples, peaches, apricots, oranges, strawberries
- Healthy proteins: e.g., lean turkey, chicken, fish, tofu
- Complex carbs: e.g., brown rice, whole grains, beans
- Healthy fats: e.g., avocado, almonds, peanuts, macadamia nuts, hazelnuts, pecans, cashews, walnuts, peanut butter, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds
Each meal should incorporate a combination of these sorts of nutritious foods—most of which are delicious, by the way. You're not sacrificing taste by eating healthfully.
The Couch Is Your Enemy
Along with eating better, you need to stay active, even if you can't make it to your regular gym—or any gym, for that matter. Rest assured you can stay in shape by exercising at home with minimal equipment. The best workout machine is your own body, so don't let it sit around collecting dust.
The following workout combines strength and cardiovascular training in one. The only equipment you need is a pair of dumbbells and a chair.
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BodyFit
$6.99/month- 2,500+ expert-created single workouts
- 3,500+ how-to exercise videos
- Detailed workout instruction
- Step-by-step workout tips
- Training at gym or at home
- Access to Workout Plans
- Access to Bodyfit App
- Store Discounts
Already have a Bodybuilding.com account with BodyFit? Sign In
What comes with BodyFit?
- Instructional Videos
Don't risk doing a workout improperly! Avoid injury and keep your form in check with in-depth instructional videos.
- How-to Images
View our enormous library of workout photos and see exactly how each exercise should be done before you give it a shot.
- Step-by-Step Instructions
Quickly read through our step-by-step directions to ensure you're doing each workout correctly the first time, every time.
BodyFit
$6.99/month- 2,500+ expert-created single workouts
- 3,500+ how-to exercise videos
- Detailed workout instruction
- Step-by-step workout tips
- Training at gym or at home
- Access to Workout Plans
- Access to Bodyfit App
- Store Discounts
Already have a Bodybuilding.com account with BodyFit? Sign In
What comes with BodyFit?
- Instructional Videos
Don't risk doing a workout improperly! Avoid injury and keep your form in check with in-depth instructional videos.
- How-to Images
View our enormous library of workout photos and see exactly how each exercise should be done before you give it a shot.
- Step-by-Step Instructions
Quickly read through our step-by-step directions to ensure you're doing each workout correctly the first time, every time.
BodyFit
$6.99/month- 2,500+ expert-created single workouts
- 3,500+ how-to exercise videos
- Detailed workout instruction
- Step-by-step workout tips
- Training at gym or at home
- Access to Workout Plans
- Access to Bodyfit App
- Store Discounts
Already have a Bodybuilding.com account with BodyFit? Sign In
What comes with BodyFit?
- Instructional Videos
Don't risk doing a workout improperly! Avoid injury and keep your form in check with in-depth instructional videos.
- How-to Images
View our enormous library of workout photos and see exactly how each exercise should be done before you give it a shot.
- Step-by-Step Instructions
Quickly read through our step-by-step directions to ensure you're doing each workout correctly the first time, every time.
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