Most of us plan our day beforehand, list the things that we want to do and prioritize them accordingly. Some of us plan the Christmas eve, throughout the year by adding things that we would like to do on that day. And some of us, take few hours to get the list done. No matter how much time you take to make the list, there are certain things that might endup in everyone list. If not then one must try to incorporate these activities into the list of things to do on christmas day.
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1- GO SKATING:
Skating is an activity that keeps you energetic and fit for quite long time. It is also one fun filled sport, when accompanied by your friends and family. Choosing an activity on the christmas day that is both fun and good for health is a gift itself. When it comes to the skating benefits regarding health, there are countless. The sport itself does not require much effort, but it can be very beneficial for you. Here are some reasons to go for skating this year with your family and friends.
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LOSE WEIGHT:
Like any other sports, skating also helps to reduce weight. It is considered equivalent to jogging when it comes to the health benefits. The exercise gives the same result of fat burning, leg-strength and weight loss as that of jogging.
“According to Harvard Medical School, ice skating will burn up to 200 calories per hour, making it a great way to lose or maintain weight when combined with a healthy diet”
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BUILDS MUSCLE:
Skating is the one exercise that works on every muscle of your body. Starting from abdominal and legs muscles, the exercise aids in joint flexibilty as well. The gliding requires synchronization of legs moments, this supports joint flexibilty. It also helps you to tone up your body, as the sport requires contant movement of your lower body. If you are bulky the toning up may take some time. It will become prominent after you have shed some pounds.
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IMPROVES HEART HEALTH:
Skating is a cardio vascular activity. It helps in blood pumping and the heart rate up. Heart dieases are common cause of death. These heart diseases includes heart attack, stroke and cardiac arrest. According to American Heart Association,
“About 2,300 Americans die of cardiovascular disease each day, an average of 1 death every 38 seconds”
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“According to American Heart Association, Roller skating is considered as an effective form of areobic exercise. The exercise have tendency to increase the average skater’s heart rate from 140-160 beats a minute.”
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REDUCES DEPRESSION AND STRESS:
Another commonly found cause of death is depression and stress. Stress on daily basis is common. It can be the result of even our job, household activites or any other task. Unfortunately, it affects people from all the profession and of any age. One the best cure for depression and stress is workout. Exercise or any other physical activity releases endophirs in the brain. Skating like any other physical activity will release the endophirs making you feel happy but unlike jogging and walking skating is a fun exercise to perform.
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2- GO SEE CHRISTMAS LIGHTENING:
Christmas lightening also called fairy lights are commonly seen all around the city you live. Taking time out for a walk with your family or friends to see christmas lights can be an effective way of bonding with them. These kind of walks and times ensures the sense of belonging and connects them with their family.
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3- MAKE CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT:
We all head to markets to buy best available christmas ornaments for our tree. It is to make the hero of celebration look beautiful. These ornaments are used every year and gives the same feel as that of the tree decorated every time. To bring out the best this year, you can add a personal touch to your tree by making an ormanent by yourself.
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4- MAKE A HANDMADE CARD:
A handmade card for your loved ones is the most amazing thing you can do on christmas day. A handmade card signifies all the human emotions joy, love, admiration and sympathy. Giving personalized greeting card to your loved ones this year will show your affection for them. Moreover, a handmade card can also be personalized according to your will.
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5- DINNER:
Hoilday dinners are one the main thing to do on a christmas day. These dinners brings all the family and friends together on a dinner table, where they share their memories from childhood and also their stories about the events that happened throghout the year. It gives them the sense of belonging and the feeling that they are not alone. They have their family and friends to share their happiness and sorrows, achievements and failures.
“The best gift around a christmas tree is the presence of family wrapped in love”
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