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Fit through April: making the right use of spring power

What muscles are trained when cycling, fit in april

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Sophie Singer
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Finally! April is here. We have the best tips for the right diet. You'll learn how to keep fit. And how you can really get into the mood for spring!

You were sent into April with a joke? The constant alternation of hail, snow and sun is upsetting you? Very good! There is every reason to celebrate, because the worst, you have now already behind you.

So full speed ahead! Let's start the spring fit together. It's really getting going now. More hours of sunshine, everything starts to bloom. And the best: you can finally banish your thick boots! So put on your sunglasses and let's go!

With these tips you will get through April full of verve

  1. April diet

    Spring is here! Time to really wake up. And to fight against the inertia of winter. How about not only spring cleaning. But also a Cleaning from the inside?

    From time to time gather Pollutants in our body. These restrict the Performance of our organs. But do not worry, with the right teas, we can get Blood cleanse. And bile, liver and kidney will thank us.

    Depending on your taste you can choose Dandelion root tea. It is the most popular remedy. And ensures that you can break down all the harmful substances. You can get the tea in the drugstore or pharmacy.

    Drinking 3 cups of it a day for three weeks will quickly make you feel better. Even Listlessness and Mood swings can be counteracted in this way. Alternatively, you can also resort to fresh beetroot juice or nettle tea.

  2. Fruit and vegetables in April

    These seasonal foods should be on your shopping list right now:

    This fruit is in season

        • Apples
        • Rhubarb
        • Gooseberry
        • Sweet cherry

    You have the full choice of vegetables

      • Potatoes
      • Garlic
      • Onions
      • Carrots
      • Parsnips
      • Leek
      • Radish
      • Beet
      • Arugula
      • Celery
      • Spinach
      • Lamb's lettuce

    But the best part: it's asparagus season!

    We love asparagus! Do you too? Then we have a super delicious recipe for you. That's all you need for 2 people:

      • 100 g ciabatta
      • 300 g green asparagus
      • 300 g cherry tomatoes
      • 40 g parmesan
      • 3 stalks basil
      • 5 tablespoons olive oil
      • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
      • some salt, pepper and sugar to taste

    Here's how:

    Cut the bread into thin slices. Roast in the oven at 220 degrees on the middle shelf for 3 minutes until light brown. Then cut the garlic clove in half. Rub the slices with the cut surface.

    Wash the asparagus, peel the lower third, cut off the ends. Cut asparagus into 3cm pieces and boil in salted water for 3 minutes until al dente. Drain water and rinse asparagus with cold water. Wash and halve the tomatoes.

    For the vinaigrette: Mix vinegar with 3-4 tablespoons of water, add salt, pepper and sugar. Carefully stir in olive oil. Pluck basil leaves, wash and add. Let the asparagus and tomatoes steep briefly in the vinaigrette.

    Mix in the bread. If desired, refine the salad with Parmensan. Done! Bon appetite :)

  3. Movement in April:

    There is nothing better than exploring the blooming surroundings by bike. This makes not only happy, but also fit!

    What muscles are trained during cycling

    Cycling is one of the healthiest way to get around. Whether together with the girls or alone - in the city or to the nearest lake. You exercise the heart, get the circulation and breathing going, stimulate the Metabolism on. And is easy on the joints in the process.

    In one hour on the bike you have already burned 300 calories. In addition, the movement on the fresh air your immune system. This makes you resistant to the last cold viruses.

  4. Good mood tips in April:

    We go full on colors! Now that nature is showing its best side ;) The more colorful, the better we feel.

    Light green, for example, reduces stress. And dark green strengthens our immune system. Those who suffer from weather sensitivity, headaches or even migraines should focus on blue set. No matter what colors suit you best.

    But the happiest still make tulips! :)

  5. Our Tip:

    April 7 is World Health Day. Schedule your annual checkup with your doctor. Then nothing can be forgotten.

Our conclusion

Full of spring power ahead! Be inspired by the beauty of nature. Enjoy the warm rays of the sun. Get fresh energy while exercising in the air. Detoxify your body. And enjoy as much asparagus as you can! :D

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