Ramadan is on the way, and it is important to physically prepare for Ramadan, so it has less impact on your daily routine and you can focus more on the spiritual side of the holy month and earn as many rewards from Allah as possible. so here are our tips:
1. Gradually decrease morning Caffeine intake.
Unless you want to feel extra exhausted and get headaches in its early days, it is important to gradually cut the consumption of the caffeine to get rid of the withdrawal effect and replace it with other decaffeinated drinks, so by the time you reach Ramadan, you will not suffer from the tiredness and headaches.
2. Stop junk food and eat healthier
With less time to eat in Ramadan, we really need to pay attention to what we eat. Now is the best time to research the nutritious value of our food. While we fast, the food we eat before we start our fast or to break our fast needs to provide the optimal energy so we can accomplish our daily tasks and increase our worship.
3. Engage in Light Exercise:
Try to include 5-10mins of light exercise daily – something to energize your body, but not necessarily something rigorous. This will help prepare for Ramadan for the tasks of the day and give you a bit more energy during the days of Ramadan. If you have kids, try to encourage them to participate with you. Your light exercise can even come from playing a game of tag or chase with them and doesn’t need to be a chore or added work!
4. Eat early/Skip late breakfast
Your body is used to eating breakfast every day in the morning, so it is important to gradually decrease the portion, or eat it as early as possible so it matches with Suhoor, so that you minimize the hunger feeling you get in Ramadan.
5. Voluntarily Fast on Mondays and Thursdays
Not only it will help your body to prepare for Ramadan but Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) said: “The deeds of people are presented to Allah every Monday and Thursday. Allah forgives every Muslim except for those who are deserting each other.” (Hasan)
6. Check with your doctor
Finally, if you have concerns over your ability to fast for whatever reason, like diabetes, high blood pressure, or any concerns, now is the time to schedule an appointment with your doctor.
