From the pandemic to political woes, 2020 was challenging for people worldwide. Australian actress Rebel Wilson — known for her size and skills on screen — decided to use that time to improve her life. Calling 2020 her “Year of Health,” she challenged herself to lose weight in safe and sustainable ways. Thanks to her discipline, she eventually shed 75 pounds and now stands as an example of what can be accomplished through perseverance. How did she do it? Read on. Nurturing With Nature’s Medicine In the words of Greek philosopher Hippocrates, “Walking is nature’s best medicine!” Wilson embraced this mindset by getting off the couch and on her feet, making walking the core of her newfound exercise regimen. “Sometimes, the simplest thing, like getting out and walking for an hour a day, is the kindest thing to your body, and your body will respond to that,” she explains in an episode of the Apple Fitness+ series “Time to Walk.” “An Austrian doctor said, ‘Rebel, the best way for you to lose unwanted body fat is just by simply walking. It doesn’t have to be high intensity or uphill … just simply walking an hour a day.’” REBEL HEALTH An Actress’s Guide to Better Living
Stepping Up at the Opera Performing repetitions on stairs is a great way to strengthen your cardiovascular system. Wilson took this fact to the extreme — by the time her exercise routine progressed, she could do 25 laps on the steps of the world-renowned Sydney Opera House! While not everyone has an opera house at their disposal, almost anyone can strengthen their calves, glutes, abs, and quads by doing stair reps at home. Soaring With Proper Sleep Although Wilson’s fitness plan ranged from simple to complex, she’d likely agree that any successful health goal begins with a good night’s sleep. Studies have shown that consistently getting fewer than six hours of shut-eye can lead to an increased risk of obesity and a slower metabolism. If you want to conquer your weight, your bed is the best place to start!
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