Your Body Is God’s Temple—Keep It Healthy!
This will be short.
I want YOU to share to the world how you keep your body healthy. Inspire others to care for their body—which God calls the Temple of the Holy Spirit.
I thought of this topic because I just felt wonderful this morning. And I believe a lot of people rarely feel this way. They feel sluggish. Heavy. Slow. Weak. And depressed.
One reason why I feel wonderful each morning is because I do my daily exercise. For 30 minutes, I do very basic and simple Tai Chi movements. Stretching. Breathing. And praying to Jesus. I love it.
I then hop on my stationary bike and sweat for an hour. While I read or write on my laptop! (Yep, I have a special table on top of my bike just for that purpose. I actually went to a hardware store and invented it!) This morning, while biking, I read five chapters of the Bible, a story of a saint, and another spiritual book.
Unless I have very early breakfast meetings, I’m able to do this exercise regimen daily.
Honestly? I’m now 42 but I’ve never felt healthier in my life.
I believe life is what you make out of it. Who you are is a product of your daily habits. Next week, I’ll share with you my 10 Habits to a Healthy Body.
But this week, I’d like YOU to share to our thousands of readers what you do to keep your body strong and healthy. What kind of diet do you have? Do you take supplements? How much water do you drink? How do you deal with stress? Write your sharing at the comments below. Inspire others!
Hey, Christmas is approaching. People usually throw away their health out of the window during this season. Together, let’s tell them that there’s a better way.
May your dreams come true,
Bo Sanchez
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<p>It’s somewhat terrifying to be the first one to comment here Bo, but here’s what I do to keep a healthy life:</p>
coz I haven’t found one yet)</p>
<p>1. Fish, Vegetables and fruits at home, with the full cooperation of my lovely wife<br />
2. No processed food, no canned goods, no softdrinks<br />
3. no pork, no beef, but chicken is ok</p>
<p>It took us a while just to even think of actually doing that; and much more to gradually shift to those do’s and don’ts. </p>
<p>That leads us to…</p>
<p>4. make friends with people who eat healthy food<br />
5. read books and magazines about healthy food</p>
<p>Lastly</p>
<p>6. make a DECISION to eat healthy food<br />
7. find a sport you can enjoy passionately (I am speaking to myself
<p>As to stress management…</p>
<p>1. nothing beats prayer
2. nothing beats love at home<br />
3. nothing beats being kind to yourself<br />
4. nothing beats deliberately thinking of positive things</p>
<p>I’m not an expert yet on these things Bo, but at the very least, my wife and I are on the journey.</p>
<p>Have a healthy week ahead to everyone–mind, body and sprit!</p>
Hi brother Bo!
One of the ways I keep my body fit is I jog/walk in the morning. We are fortunate to have a place near our house to do this activity. Getting up early in the morning can be a daunting task for some but this will teach you discipline in the long run. There is also open field aerobics here and it is fun to see them exercise (although I haven’t tried it myself.)
If you don’t have a place to jog, maybe you can walk your dog out early in the morning. This gives you some walking exercise which is good and Im sure your pet will love it too.
Bonus: You get free dose of sunshine vitamin which according to research is a potent anti-cancer vitamin!
But before you hit the road, say a little prayer first and thank Him for the great day ahead of you.
God bless everyone.
Dear Bro Bo,
Finally, somebody agrees with me that one needs to be healthier as he/she reaches the age of 40. Here are my reasons why we need to keep and stay healthy:
1. Biologically, this is the age where you begin to feel the “aging” process, i.e., knees are not as strong, you easily get back pain, you notice you move slower (esp when you walk), you easily get tired and most of all - you get diagnose with different type of sickness : hypertension, your diabetic, high cholesterol, etc.
2. You want to be healthy for your family - if you have kids, you still want to walk with them, play with them, you still want to take care of them when they are sick, you want to be a role model for them to stay fit as well.
3. You still want to do a lot of things (which you do not have the time to do before) like help other people, visit charity houses, go out with old friends, engage in fun sports like badminton or be in a dance class, etc.
So here are my tips to keeping and staying healthy:
1. You need to make it (keeping healthy) as a goal and start with a small goal. I started mine during the Holy Week. It was a lot easier because I look at it as mortification/offering to the Lord and when I can do it for 1 week, then I say to myself, I can do it for 1 month and and another month and so on and so forth until it became a lifestyle for me. Without a target goal, the tendency is for you to slide back. Keeping healthy means changing your lifestyle (esp. eating habits).
So I keep a yearly goal still which I do every Holy week. it has been 5 years going 6 now.
2. Exercise is key. My goal is to at least exercise 20 minutes minimum a day and exercise more if I have the time. Exercise can be as simple as 20 minute walk after lunch or breaking it down to 10 minutes in the morning.. on my way to work… 10 minutes after lunch, or 5 minutes take a flight of the stairs or 5 min-walk to a nearby store. Any opportunity to walk is an opportunity to exercise. It shouldn’t be an effort when you begin. When this things become boring you can enroll in a gym to go treadmill or attend a dance class. If you have a bike like Bro. Bo, try exploring your village and go round and round or simple go biking with the kids. If you’re the shy type and don’t want that feeling that people are watching you, buy DVDs and fitness tapes. If I know I will have a busy day, I wake up as early as 5 am and start imitating the one on the DVD. I keep a variety of DVDs/VCDs so that when one gets boring I change it. I have dance VCDs, strength training, weight program…the key for me is that they should be FUN to do exercise so I won’t notice the effort and the time. And wella! before I knew it I dance for 40 minutes already! Exercise increases endorphins which improves your mood, and it also relieves stress.
3. Drinking water a lot! I bought a sports bottle so I can measure how much I drink everyday. This was one of my yearly goals. I try to drink 2 liters of (warm) water everyday. 1 liter before lunch and 1 liter after lunch. I drink before and after eating (so that’s instantly 2 glasses). I drink when I get up in the morning (2 glasses) - this helps me my bowel movement immediately and 1 glass before I go to bed (anti-bangungot daw ito!). I have made a habit of drinking lukewarm water bec of what I read on the internet about oil clogging when you drink cold water after eating and second, my throat is sensitive I can’t drink ice-cold beverage. Water is always the best vs. beverage.
4. NO to softdrinks and any colored beverage. Between these and water, I prefer water as this helps in cleansing the system. Hey, i still drink coffee but I have to drink 2-3 glasses after to wash off the caffeine in my system. Juices are ok but it still has sugar in it (freshly squeezed have natural sugar) so i drink it only when i need to boost my immune system or to add to my daily count of fruits intake.
5. Watch what you eat. There is a saying that “you are what you eat”. Anything that you put in your mouth has repercussions. When you start feeling the signs of aging, remember what you ate through the years. It is usually the accumulation of the food you ate through your lifetime. So if you like salty food and can’t live without patis or toyo and loves bagoong … be prepared to be operated for gall bladder stones. If you are a heavy meat eater, be prepared to be diagnosed with kidney stones. So now I READ labels, I check the sodium, fat, sugar content. I try to eat as much fiber as I can - cereals, oatmeal, lots of veggies and fruits. I am now a ovu-pescatarian (pesco-vegetarian) - not for any religious purposes but as a health goal. I don’t eat meat at all including chicken, but I eat fish, seafood, egg, milk, butter, etc.It was my 2004 health goal target. My tip is to start with what you can DO WITHOUT, then upgrade. Like, you can start with just avoiding salty food, or start eating more vegetables…the key is not to drastically change your lifestyle…always start small.
6. Finally, I make any changes an offering to the LORD, so that the effort is lighter and ask HIM to help me stick to my goals. Things then becomes easier and less challenging.
whew, I probably have said enough. too much, i guess but I hope this can help the readers off to a good start on keeping healthy. I am not a nutritionist or a fitness expert. I just read a lot about health to be aware of what I should avoid and do.
thanks bro. Bo for calling attention to this topic!
god bless.
Hello everyone!
Every morning I get up at 5:00 and jog for 30 minutes. Then I take a shower and eat a heavy breakfast with milk and an apple. At lunch I usually eat a moderate meal, just enough to keep myself going. I always see to it that I eat as much as I can as early in the day as possible. So when it’s time for dinner, I only tend to eat less. Whenever I do all these, I feel really healthy and happy! =))
PS: Remember, there are two kinds of people in this world: those who have more appetites than their dinners, and those who have more dinners than their appetites. =))
God bless us all! =))
The quality of our sleep is very important, because that’s when our bodies heal and renewes itself. I find that I feel great with 8 hours of continuous sleep most nights. So my bedroom is conducive to getting deep, restful sleep (no tv).
And of course, healthy food (I go for natural foods, as opposed to processed ones) and daily exercise (I walk an hour a day).
It is also important to be stress free or worry free. Most diseases are due to stress. I pray about my concerns then leave it with God who takes care of everything in the best possible way. That way, I can concentrate on doing my work and trust God will take care of the rest.
God bless!
i believe one of the ways to keep our body healthy is to engage ourselves into sports. while trying to be better everyday with the game that you lvoe to play, you will realize that you are becoming fit and you’ll feel better than ever. play your favorite sports everyday. plus, drink plenty of water, its like taking your inner body into a bath.
Bo I jog six time a week to keep my body fit!
HI Bro. Bo,
thnaks for this very good reminder about keeping our body healthy. physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. Thess 5:23. I believe that a sound spirit is a product of a healthy mind that is relaxed by a well maintained physical body. Lookinf forward to your 10 habits to a healthy body. Keep on sharing with us and God bless us all more abundantly…
Hi Bo!
I’d like to share how I shed some 60 pounds off my body in a year.
Realizations of a fat woman:
1) God made me realize that I’m responsible for my body. I was over 240 pounds a year ago and I started getting high blood pressure. Somehow, God was telling me “Shape up or I’ll ship you out of this world fast.” I realized that if I wanted to live another 30 or 40 years of my life, at the rate I was going then, I knew I’ll only last for 15 more years and that is just around the corner.
2) I love myself yet I was hurting my body every time I get depressed or frustrated. I binge and I get high on food. The effect is I get more pounds in the process.
HERE’S WHAT WORKED FOR ME:
Lastly, I pray for good health but this time I do my part, I exercise and eat right.
1) I made a commitment to myself to stick to a diet and do an exercise that will suit my lifestyle and I’ll enjoy it. I knew that the process will take a while so I did it a day at a time. I was consistent.
2) I tried all kinds of diet but I realized that carbohydrates was the culprit. I was inactive hence, i was not burning the carbohydrates I was eating and I was eating tons of it. So I cut on carbohydrates, as in after breakfast, no more carbohydrates.
3) I eat more vegetables and for my protein, I eat fish. If I have no other choice, like when I eat out, I eat chicken. I try to avoid beef and pork. For snacks, I eat fruits.
4) I read in one book that the best food to eat are those that were created by God and these are fresh vegetables/fruits and fresh meat/fish. I avoid processed and canned food.
5) Like you, I exercise at least 30 minutes a day. I started with 15 minutes then moved to 20 then 30 minutes. Now, I am doing cardiovascular exercises for an hour. I enjoy doing the DVD Hip-hop Abs exercise and 15 minutes in the stationary bike while praying the rosary (you are not the only one praying and exercising at the same time, you know). I also do some weight lifting to firm my muscles.
6) I keep in mind that exercising is like eating or praying, I have to do it everyday, no excuses. It is now part of my daily schedule and I do it first thing in the morning. Even if I have an early meeting, I wake up an hour earlier just to do my exercise for at least 30 minutes.
7) When I fail or cheat or forget to exercise, I forgive myself right away and I go back exercising and eating right immediately. Diet and exercise are not God’s penance for eating so much. Don’t be hard on yourself just persevere.
I didn’t do all the diet and exercise to slim down and look sexy. I did it because I neglected my responsibility to my body. God’s bonus to me is that I look good now that I’m size 10 from size 18. If you’ll see me, I’m still big but I feel good and beautiful because God transformed me inside and out.
To those who will be inspired by my sharing, you don’t have to follow what I did. Try to find a diet and exercise that you can keep. Just be patient with yourself and take things a day at a time. Remember you will not lose 60 pounds overnight.
May God be praised!
Yours in Christ,
Cris
Hello everyone!
I’ve been into physical fitness since the early 80s; that’s when I stepped into college. Up to this day, I continue to workout regularly.
However, my workout has changed significantly especially when I turned 35. From heavy weights and a little cardio, I now do more cardio and little weight training just to keep the mass.
I go to one of the fitness clubs, which fortunately, is just across my office, five days a week. If I do not run 10K, I’ll join the cycling class. Or if I get bored with them, any other cardio machine will do just to break the monotony. After 25 years of working out, it can sometimes get a little boring.
Just like Bro. Bo, who incidentally is a batchmate in HS, I am alsoin my 40s. I am able to keep my waist line trim, my statistics at normal levels. This is because of my decision to keep a healthy and well balanced lifestyle.
The key is consistency and the discipline to workout on a regular basis. Nothing beats that. Though I do not starve myself, I make sure that I keep tab of what I eat and try to regulate them.
Keeping oneself healthy is a continuous process. Its never seasonal.
Take care everyone.
Paul
Dear Bro. Bo,
I read news about health and fitness. I apply it in my daily life. I also study the reasons why a person gets diabetes, cancer, kidney problems, heart problems and so on. I learn not by personally experiencing those sicknesses myself but learning it from others.
Pray for fitness : )
ariel
ang lingkod ng panginoon- alabang
hugaspaa.blogspot.com
Hi Brother Bo!
I agree with you that a person is a product of his daily habits.
Actually, I always feel good. Yet, sometimes physically I may not be.
To keep myself healthy and strong, I started my day a (1) prayer. Thanking God for another day to enjoy life and asking Him to guide and give me peace as I walk my day’s journey. Then, (2) spend 10 minutes body stretching before going for a shower.
Eventhough I have a very hectic schedule everyday, I’ll make sure that I will be able to (3) take my breakfast (cereals with milk or Filipino food over a cup of coffee) before heading to the office.
Since I work in a global company and lunch break is just an optional to the staff member, (4) I always have a green salad with cold cuts on it or a sandwich and tea. I am not a soda drinker but always make sure that I drink at least 2 liters of water everyday (preferrably not cold).
(5) I prefer fish, veggies and fruits and not a red meat eater (but sometimes I will just have a bite size if my flatmates are forcing me too) at night with moderate rice.
(6) If I’m hungry ib between meals, I’ll just grab a cereal bar(s) or biscuit (Skyflakes) and very rare having chichiria or junk foods.
(7) Usually before I go to bed, I drink at least 250 mL of water.
(8) If I cannot sleep 8 hrs a day because I spend it with friends, I’ll make sure that I had at least 5 hrs rest.
(9) Practically, the usual stress I experience is with the work. Hence, everyday I’ll make sure that I know what to do for the whole day and I have a to-do list all the time. Mid-day I will review that list or as needed. I give my best in everthing that I do and always have a second alternative if things won’t happen as it is expected. I always manage to smile to others eventhough I am too busy doing things or stuffs or eventhough others are not doing it. As I believe that in smiling (since it’s a positive energy), a negative energy cannot get through your body. For me, negative energy can drain not only physically but more on emotionally.
(10) Since I commute everyday and traffic is heavy at all times, I just enjoy the trip and say a rosary while travelling. And sometimes later, have a good chat with seatmate (FYI, in UAE, female and male passengers in public vehicle are separated).
I am happy with what I am doing because I feel good on it and more so, it’s fun to get acquinted with different people in a very multi-cultural environment.
Looking forward to read your article soon Brother Bo!
Dear Bro. Bo,
Thank you for reminding us that health is wealth.
I believe that daily exercise, eating good food and spiritual exercises are equal to healthy body.
Before, I am not concious on my eating habits. I eat junk foods and lots of fatty foods - until i was diagnosed of having multiple cysts. Thank God it is benign.
Now, I am trying my best to cook healthy foods, with the help of the internet) to make sure that every meal I have is healthy. I push myself to eat carrots, beans mushrooms and broccoli, I eat fruits and drink 3-4 glasses of water/juices.
It is also good to visit our doctor annually for general check-up or once in a while if you feel something strange to your body.
Taking care of our body and self is a way of pleasing God.
Regards,
B-anne
I’m impressed by the <b>real life</b> examples here
Let me add one more. My wife and I <i>extract</i> juice from fruits and vegetables and drink the juice immediately Literature says we absorb the vitamins, minerals and enzymes more readily this way.
One more thing. <b>Walking</b> is a great exercise. Someone told me one should walk <b>1,000 steps a day</b> to stay healthy. Can anyone verify this?
Moreover, having a <b>pedometer</b> will help us count the steps we make. Is anyone familiar with this equipment? Is this available in the Philippines?
Thanks in advance to anyone who can reply to the questions
Marvin
Hi Bro Bo,
Thank You for another inspiring topic.. I used to be very conscious of my health a year ago especially on what I eat since I had a kidney problem but i loose a lot of weight when I tried to be a vegetarian for a couple of months so what happen was I started getting into my normal eating habit again like eating whatever food you see especially when started working in the Hotel all our food are so tempting and I cant allow myself to get starving since the nature of my job is more on physical.. i also tried going to the gym for a few weeks and it makes me feel better but later on I feel so lazy because by the time I get off from work I feel so tired already all I want to do is lay down and relax and my work schedule changes almost every other day and week thats why its hard for me to schedule a time in going to gym..
All the comments that I read is so helpfull..
Thank you for inspiring me to keep my Body healthy..
I will try to eat healthy and to do some exercise tomorrow
I hope I will succeed.
God Bless us all
Happy Holidays!
Ely
to be healthy is also to have positive mindset. things get awfully hard when we have a negative outlook when we get out of bed. before i start my day, i see to it that i positive vibes. that way, i can pass it on to someone else. it’s also important that we feel blessed so that we can bless others as well.
I am a teacher and I spend at least 6 hours a day teaching and the rest of the day grading tests and doing school-related work. I don’t have time going to the gym so I just do a little stretching during any vacant time I have. I also try eating healthy stuff and drinking a glass of milk before I go to sleep.
I love my work in Life Sciences and I have a very beautiful religious family circle. This in itself gives me great health. Our family was not exempted from trials this is why we appreciate all the (small and big) blessings from the Lord such as good health. Over the years I have developed this routine and works very well for me.
For exercise: I wake up 6am in the morning and do classical stretch for 30 minutes. I do this not to get fit but to wake up my body in preparation for my prayer time that follows. At lunch hour I walk around the ring road of our office campus for 30 minutes. After dinner I play squash with my husband for 30 minutes and then swim in the pool for 30 minutes. This is my routine 5 days a week except on Saturdays and Sundays. The weekend is full of activities and chores that are exercises in themselves. I enjoy my routine.
For food: I drink a glass of fresh squeezed lemon juice with Splenda every morning. I avoid trans-fatty foods. I am not vegetarian but I love fruits and vegetables.
I pray and thank God always for a healthy mind, body and spirit.
for MARVIN ^^
Hi Bro. Bo.
How about sharing a pic of you on your bike while blogging? Hohoho! I suddenly remember my father-in-law who loves inventing add-ons on invented machines already! Pinoy kasi tayo at I think isa to sa talent natin!
to Marvin:
I’m no expert on this part, but for a person who will just start walking as his daily exercise routine, 1,000 steps is the goal.
Actually there are 2 stages, one is Just Started another is Walking Regulary. I got this table/plan from MSN’s health and fitness resource Martica. There’s a specific target each day and there are alloted minutes as well as how you will walk (walk pace) specifically.
With your question regarding where to buy it, i believe it’s available in one of those well-known sports shoes stores. CHECK it out! (got it) :bulb: They had it built-in. Also, in known fitness centers.
Once a regular walker, the ideal to keep our body fit is to take 10K steps! But no need to rush. If you want to see the table, email me at my yahoo add, and i’ll be glad to share it with you and your wife!
GOD BLESS US ALL! Happy Holidays!
Bro. Bo, share the pic! share the pic! hehe
actually nakakaguilty…I started to jog may-june of 2008 but i failed to sustain that exercise nung magstart na yung class….sa ngayon wala akong health routine…kaya tumataba na naman ako….
<p>Here’s my take on keeping a healthy life:</p>
coz I haven’t found one yet)</p>
<p>1. Fish, Vegetables and fruits at home, with the full cooperation of my lovely wife<br />
2. No processed food, no canned goods, no softdrinks<br />
3. no pork, no beef, but chicken is ok</p>
<p>It took us a while just to even think of actually doing that; and much more to gradually shift to those do’s and don’ts.</p>
<p>That leads us to…</p>
<p>4. make friends with people who eat healthy food<br />
5. read books and magazines about healthy food</p>
<p>Lastly</p>
<p>6. make a DECISION to eat healthy food<br />
7. find a sport you can enjoy passionately (I am speaking to myself
<p>As to stress management…</p>
<p>1. pray everyday<br />
2. let love be the rule</a> at home<br />
3. be kind to yourself<br />
4. deliberately think of positive things</p>
<p>I’m not an expert yet on these things, but at the very least, my wife and I are on the journey.</p>
<p>Have a healthy week ahead to everyone–mind, body and sprit!</p>
Great topic! I bike my way to work everyday - 20 minutes each way. Veggies are the main viand at home. Fruits are really expensive these days and I could only wish it’s within our reach. But Malunggay, which I’m trying to advocate for in my blog, is a favorite source of Vitamins including C. It’s as simple mixing it with a a couple of fried eggs. Bingo!
I don’t do a special diet, but whenever I feel that my stomach is stretching, I know I shouldn’t eat more meaty diets. And no, I don’t take supplements. Only on a very rare occasions I can’t say they’re routine.
I don’t think I drink as much as people suggest and this is the bad habit I need to work on.
However, thank God fully, I’m quite resistance to diseases and flus. When I felt not as healthy as usual or too tired, I take an immediate rest and I also work out for an hour minimum 3 times a week.
I’m a member of a community which stresses praise and worship as its main devotion. So I also think that it’s obvious that the commitment has helped me dealing and surviving a lot of daily stress.
Hi everyone. I’ve stopped smoking for 11 months now and believe me, I’m in my healthiest these days!
How I did it? Just remember how you want to spend more time with your loved ones. There’s no guarantee you will live longer once you quit, but at the least you reduce your chances of getting a disease.
It’s really about loving yourself more and the people around you. It’s not easy, but it is doable!
I usually start my day with my morning prayers. Then do stretching exercises before I start my morning hygiene.
I have breakfast. I eat lunch and dinner but as much as possible no in-between snacks. I’m not into diet programs like Atkins, south beach etc. but eating in small portions has worked for me through the years since I haven’t put in much weight. I usually eat chicken (white meat, skinless), fish/seafood, lean pork (no fat), lean beef (so long as I don’t have it back to back like beef for lunch and beef again for dinner), fruits and vegetables. I have desserts too but easy on the cream/icing. Drink lots of water (about 8 glasses or more), occasional soft drinks and coffee. As much as possible have home cooked meals. I take vitamins - multivitamin, vitamin C and anti-oxidants. So far, my blood works have always been normal - no cholesterol or anything.
I hit the Elliptical Machine once in awhile during the week but me and my other half play tennis 4 times a week. Playing with a buddy also helps build healthy relationships. During summer, my partner and I also add swimming in our activities. These exercises help a lot in alleviating the stress we encounter in our daily lives.
I end my day with my evening prayers and reflections. Aside from my daily prayers, I also do bible readings for the nourishment of my soul.
Amidst all of these things, keeping a positive attitude and smiling has helped tremendously in my outlook.
Cheers!
Good day everyone! Yes, our body is the Temple of God! That’s what make us different from other living beings. How lucky we are, for God to have really loved us to make us his Temple. As God’s Temple, we should then respect our bodies to be worthy of His dwelling. How? By our actions and the way we dress. We should be modest in our clothes, avoid revealing ones, as it may cause others to sin. Jesus says, ” Woe to the man who caused this little ones to sin; it were better for a stone to be put around his neck and drown to the sea, than for making one of the little ones fall into sin.”
Have a Merry Christmas all, from my family to yours!
Thanks once more Bro. Bo. May you and your family have a Blessed Christmas!!!
i keep my body healthy by:
1. meditating everyday for 15 to 20 min. it helps you to be at ease and focused in your life.
2. exercise. if you don’t have time to exercise doing household chores would do..
3. healthy lifestyle. eating veggies more less meat and no vices.
4.love yourself. to be inspired in doing this stuff, coz if you don’t it may end up to be a burden… ^_^
Hi Brother Bo! i’m a cancer survivor at the age of 29 and i attribute my healing of course to God and to a healthy lifestyle.
these were the things i tried so hard to do everyday (and still trying to do religiously until now) during the time of my treatment..and im very sure that these are also very effective to healthy, “illness free” individuals:
- sleep at least 8 hours a day. but it doesnt stop there.. its better to sleep early and wake up early… which leads to my next routine…
- wake up early.. about 6 or 7 am.. for some, this time is still sooo early to get up.. but remember, “early to bed, early to rise, makes the man healthy, wealthy and wise!”
- exercise for 30mins to an hour. a simple breathing exercise, jogging and stretching would do… this will help ease blood circulation and would provide ample supply of oxygen to our body (which is a must for the Big C warriors)
- drink a lot of water, fresh fruit juices and milk. coffee may also do… avoid softdrinks, artificial fruit juices and iced tea
- eat a lot of greens - veggies! for those undergoing chemo, talbos ng camote is good for you (it will help you increase your WBC count)… carrots, brocolli, ampalaya, and other veggies are also good for you!
- take vitamins… vitamin C is the only thing that i can take whenever i catch a cold… so why wait for the colds to come? stock up… 2 tablets a day will protect you from so much trouble…
- think positive and detest negativism… free your mind from worries and dedicate at least 10mins thinking of nothing but calmness… better yet, think about God and all the blessings He has given you…
- pray,pray and pray! being healthy includes not only physical wellness but also mental, emotional, and spiritual.
Healthy or not, brother bo is correct… we always have to take care of our body and be thankful for the gift of life… value your life as you value your body… it’s never too late to appreciate the good things that God is giving us through our healthy body… and by taking care of our health and body, we show God that we appreciate His gifts and His blessings!
God bless us all… thank you Bro.Bo for continuously inspiring all of us through your sharings… God bless you!
hi Bo.
Gud day to everyone! ive got a few basic routines.
1. Cardio. I play tennis with my wife and if she cant play i play basketball. or simply walk or run at least.
2. Mental strenght. By thinking happy thoughts instead of those that make u stress and dont be hesitate tell God that u have a problem and ask for help.
3. Spiritual development. Me and my wife and our 9 month old go to church every Wednesday and Sunday.
4. Show love to others. I always greet my neighbor with a smile every morning. Tends to those who are in need. and give to those who dont have.
5. Show love (for married only). There are time when me and my wife cant play tennis. So, what we do is simply burn callories in a passionate way. We cuddle, kiss, and make love. And the best of all, we both play with our 9 month old. Love it so much!
An OFW’s routine to good health!
For physical health
1. I get enough sleep, 6- 8 hours, just enough to give me complete rest. More than this makes me more stagnant and lazy.
2. I have a regular rigorous exercise with my fellow OFW, though only weekly basis only. In the morning we have our daily simple exercise before work
3. I try to eat a balance diet, but leaving in KSA without my wife to guide me in my diet, makes it a little hard to have balance diet. I try to eat more veggies less fats.
To augment this i take a food supplement.
4. I do not smoke and drink alcohol.
Spiritual and mental health
1. I read the Bible thru Kerygma daily, watch videos of preachers in blue jeans by bo, another by arun and.
PRAYER in every opportunities everyday even in the land of the most conservative and stringent Muslim country in the world releases me from all negative bondage or power and sin itself.
2. Listen and sing to music of don moens, other christian songs daily
3 for my financial literacy, the videos of francisco colayco.
4.Talk to my self positively daily. I do this before going to sleep and the morning a i wake up. This is quite effective
5. Read as much as anything like books of dale carnegie, scott peck and john maxwell to enrich my wellbeing.
6. Browse the internet for other info on anything
Pass / forwards good mails.
Social Health
1. Chat daily with my wife and 2 kids to keep in ” sane”
2. I greet all my OFW even Muslims even in their dialects to make friends with them with handshakes whenever we bump into each other.
3. Smile and call them by names as much as possible.
4. At least once a day, i look for ways to have a good laughter with other OFW or Muslims
Thank you
Hi Bo,
I do yoga once a week, some people think it is an expensive exercise, but it is not. It makes me release all the toxins and put in all the positive energy in me. It makes me one with nature and God.
God Bless, everyone!
I am also very health conscious since most of the members of the family are in the heavy side so as much as possible i would like to be in good shape.
I think what i just can advise to keep good health is to always watch what you eat and keep a portion of everything, too much of everything is not always good. I never had a time to do exercise but i think it is also a good advice. And lastly to be healthy, we should always have a positive thinking about health.
Think healthy and be healthy!
Hi Bro. Bo,
It’s funny that you mentioned this topic because I was just thinking about routines today as I saw one colleague bike to work exactly the same way he biked to work yesterday.
As for my healthy routine, I decided to be proactive after putting on much weight last year and my summer holidays this year. So, I did the following:
1. Bought a bike - Biked to work for the rest of summer and autumn. I try to bring it in once in a while now that it’s winter time.
2. Walk - If I don’t take the bike, I walk to and from work which is about a kilometre away - a good 20-25 minute walk.
3. Swim - I try to swim every Saturday with a colleague. It’s good to go with a partner because it also motivates you.
4. Diet /Eat right - I try not to eat as much at night especially carbohydrates. I eat a fruit in the morning, either banana or an apple. I try not to miss meals because doing so will just make you binge-eat.
5. Exercise - If I can’t do all of the above, I try to compensate by exercising at home. I do push ups and triceps exercises on the bathtub ledge before taking a shower in the morning just to get the blood flowing. I try to do yoga too if I’m super stressed.
6. Sleep - Sleeping right is a very important thing. Because your body gets used to a routine and it needs an ample amount to recharge and recuperate from daily stresses, try to sleep at the same time every day and make sure to pray before doing so.
7. Water - I work in an office so I try to take in as much water as I can throughout the day to make sure I’m well hydrated.
That’s it for now Bro. Bo. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and for asking for ours.
May everyone have a blessed day and a healthy body.
God bless.
Yeah its true Bro. Bo. that life is how you make out of it.
I am 28 years old, single and working here in dubai as an accountant. But many people ask me that ” do you have a problem in your life?” Because i always smile everyday, not smile only but laugh from the heart. If i have a problem i just pray to God and ask for his guidance and cry secretly while praying. I open it with some of my friends but not all the time. And I always start my day and close the with a smile in my face or laugh.
Since when I was a child I never regret for all that bad happen to me including of my father that passed away in 2002. He is the best father that God give to me. Even if he is a carpenter & mother is a dressmaker, we are all finished college. A lot of ups and down but i always pray to God and always thank to him.
I am started to near to GOD when i was been part of the Choir when i was in grade three, being an active in the church, a reader, psalmist & catechist.
I was the youngest of the family, but i am the only one in the family that very active in church, because i always do believe in everything happen in my life, there is a reason, and i just take from GOD the strength that nobody could ever give..
Our life is just a borrowed, all we have , what we are now is from him alone. We should always been thankful for it.
“FAITH IN GOD IS ALWAYS MAKE A DIFFERENCE”
Thanks
Wenlove
Merry Christmas Brother Bo!
I am a vegetarian since 2003. My husband joined me in this walk to a healthier lifestyle. When I had our baby, I drink supplements. No synthetic or whatever.
What I do to keep my body healthy?
I walk. A LOT. Although now that I am a homemaker, I would always make sure I sweat. But I always look forward to walking. I just feel good doing it. NO particular time of the day.
We eat fresh most of the time. Its been hard for me to find fresh produce in the big city but I know I will be able to find one as long as I look for it. Fruits and vegies are on top of our market list.
We haven’t bought meat for sometime. Especially pork. We tried native chicken back in the province but I know its hard to find one here now. We only have fish (with scale) because its cleaner.
I am looking for a juicer and eventually follow a heathier meal by taking fresh fruit juice first hour in the morning.
We sleep before midnight. If possible 9pm to 10pm. It is only when we are asleep that our body regenerates.
Pray and thanks God everyday for a wonderful life!:)
Have a blessed Christmas everyone!
PS Our son is vegetarian too:)
hello Kuya Bo and everyone reading his blog!
i just would like to share what i usually do to keep myself fit. 
i bake and it is a major part of baking is tasting it. so what i do is just take a bite and the rest i give away to my friends to sample. and i think the most integral part of all of it is sharing. they gain some control too because there should be enough for everyone 
aside from this, i also monitor my food intake. i even had a food diary once when i wanted to achieve a desired weight in very little time. it really helps! i found out that i cut back on my lunch too much that i eat DOUBLE during my afternoon snack.
my family also eats organic red/brown rice (i prefer red because of the texture). i was told by one of my teachers in baking that if you want to diet go for rice instead of bread because bread -even though it’s whole wheat- has eggs, shortening and other enrichment in the flour while in rice, you only add water. rice is not bad at all. the most important thing is to eat until your satisfied. too much of everything is bad after all.
the entire family also invests in herbalife products. people should check it out. it worked for my family. i suggest trying fiber and herb. it helps in bowel movement.
we also engage in different activities. my mom does tai chi and interpretative hawaiian dances! i do brisk walking and jogging. my favorite exercise of all is locking up in my room and dancing around like a fool.
at least no one gets to look 
loads of fun!
that’s all i could think of! God bless everyone and advance Merry Christmas!
Hi Bo!
This is my first time to comment on your blog.
I really appreciate every blog entry that you write. Also, you remind me of my dad who always told us that our health is one of the most important thing in life, while money, career, etc. and the like are secondary things to consider. “How can you work if your body is giving up?”..
Anyway, as a student, even though I have many plates, schoolwork and projects to do, I never forget to take care of my body. Having the freedom of doing daily tasks (i live in the dormitory btw :)), I get to buy and eat every fruit and veggies that I stumble upon the market. I occasionally jog the 2.2 kilometer academic oval of UPDiliman, and sometimes, I borrow a bicycle from my dormmates. And also, as a form of saving money, I bring a jug of water everyday to class, cook my own lunch and bring it at school.
Truly, living this simple is a fun thing to do.
2 weeks ago I was confined in the hospital.I was diagnosed with cholecystitis/cholelitiasis or an inflammation of gall bladder with gallstone.I used to eat fatty foods. although I am not fond of eating pork, but I usually ate in fastfoods, which we all knew its not healthy.The doctor advise me to avoid fatty foods. I started modifying my diet when I was discharged. I eat fruits and vegetables everyday. I drink blended carrots with an apple and non fat milk twice everyday with out sugar. I also increased my fiber in my diet, to help clense my digestive system. I drink more than 8 glasses everyday. For 3 weeks I loss 7 lbs already.I cant perform heavy execise since my gall bladder still inflammed, but I usually walk for at least 15-30 minutes.
Good morning everyone!
Am trying to gain weight but still healthy meals. Less junk foods more apples and bananas fruits w/c i can easily buy here in makati. Veggies and fish for meals during work week.As for regular exercise, i do walk for 30 mins or an hour. And If I am in the province, I do jogging and some squat positions. Just making sure that my belly would still be sexy. Dont forget to drink lots of water.
Hello bo. I’ve just read ur article. it really helps me. especially now that i’m down. tanx for keep on sending me ur articles.
That’s right, Bo! We need to add years to our life to serve Jesus with more years!
After my 31st birthday last January, I weighed 199 lbs. Now I weigh 173 lbs and feel like I’m only in my mid-20s… hahaha! My cholesterol and uric acid levels are now normal, praise God!
What I did are the following:
I eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince, and dinner like a pauper.
Priority meals are fish, vegetables, and fruits. Meats are for VERY special occasions only.
I go to the gym 3x a week. I do cardiovascular exercises and weightlifting.
Hope this inspires others to add years to the their life for Jesus!
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dear brethren,
isang simpleng paraan upang manatiling malusog at
at malakas ang aking katawan ay pakainin ang aking
kaluluwa ng mga salita ng DIYOS.pagkatapos kong
manalangin kaunting ehersisyo naman ang aking
ginagawa, isang oras na badminton kasama ang aking
pamangkin at kung minsan naman taebo at bely dan-
cing.samahan ng tamang pagkain pagiwas sa karne
and more on gulay at higit sa lahat di ako umiinom ng
may alkohol na inumin .i take tea every day
salamat po at naway manatili tayong lahat na
maging malusog at malayo sa ano mang karamda-
man.GOD BLESS US ALL.mery christmass po sa
inyong lahat.
To keep us healthy each and everyday:
1. Attitude of gratitude counts most. Be thankful to GOD…
2. Have a positive mindset.
3. Do some exercise.
4. Eat well balance diet.
5. Take at least 2oz of Himalayan Goji Juice.
Have a blessed season… Take good care of our body… Remember this: WE DON’T HAVE ANY SPARE…
Hi Bro. Bo. i learned to love my body. Since i was not the athletic type, i try to have at least 30 min. of exercise every morning, doing stretches and 500 rounds of hulahoop. He,he. I try to drink as much water even when dining out and walking also helps me become fit. I also watch what i eat, i prefer veggies and fish with occasional meat and sweets, but always in moderation. My ultimate stress buster? Attending the Feast every sunday and seeing all the friends i had during the 12 months of attending it. God bless everyone.
Hi Bo!
I usually start and end my day with a prayer. I eat more veggies than meat. During weekend I dance for a least 30 minutes. Everyday while at the bathroom I’m singing songs which boost my energy for the day! I also apply the power of positive thinking and enjoy every moment in my life. I thanked God for all the blessings and asked his providence for my failures. Always share a smile to others and you’ll see life will become beautiful and healthier!
May God Bless us all…
I don’t drink softdrinks like some products that has acid(I didn’t post their names, they will angry at me), only juice.
I don’t eat fat of karne.
thats all..
I used staircase going down from our house in the 5th flr instead of using the elevator.
Most of the time I used stairs instead of escalators, aside from my twice a week stairclimbing. I workout and attend gym classes at least thrice a week. I drink lots of water everyday. Eat fruits and vegetables daily, eat brown rice instead of white whenever I’m craving rice. I prefer home cooked meals, which I usually prepare, than eating out. I don’t abstain myself from eating sweets but I limit my food intake.
I do household chores when im not busy like sweeping the floor, brushing the toilet floor, arranging my room, washing the dishes, doing laundry and ironing my clothes…doing these burns up a few calories.
I used staircase going down from our house in the 5th flr instead of using the elevator.
Most of the time I used stairs instead of escalators, aside from my twice a week stairclimbing. I workout and attend gym classes at least thrice a week. I drink lots of water everyday. Eat fruits and vegetables daily, eat brown rice instead of white whenever I’m craving rice. I prefer home cooked meals, which I usually prepare, than eating out. I don’t abstain myself from eating sweets but I limit my food intake.
I do household chores when im not busy like sweeping the floor, brushing the toilet floor, arranging my room, washing the dishes, doing laundry and ironing my clothes…doing these can burn up a few calories.
Hi Bro. Bo!
This article is so timely, as the world celebrates Christmas it sets as a reminder to have and stay healthy for more reasons!
Kudos to you and your ministry!
Have a Mary Christ*mass to you and your family!
Hi Bro. BO,
To keep myself healthy, I eat nutritious food and get as much sleep as I can., ballroomdancing even when there’s no music around to get rid of toxins!
Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year to everyone.
God bless.
Dear Bro. Bo,
This topic is indeed a lamp that shed light to the world specially to stubborn habits of excessive for everything that would lead to illnesses.
Since childhood I had been a hyper in physical activities. My husband too is a sports enthusiasts. This has been our common interest, even before.
At this age (we are both in our 40`s), we reap the reward of such disciplined habits in eating, consistently engaged in simple form of exercise and regularly indulge in basketball.(husband). These benefits are:
1) WE WERE ACCEPTED here (Japan) FOR WORK DESPITE OF OUR AGE. At first there were no assurance of admission(age limit is 30-35) However, when we appeared for interview, automatically we signed up contract (to God be the glory). They said WE LOOK YOUNGER than our age. In short, fancy colors on your face & other facial treatments are kinda unnecessary. Though I really dont put make up sincethen (my personal choice, nothing against people who put make up)
2) BUILDS STRONGER BODY. We were also hired then because the company was assured that physically we can still capable to handle our jobs.(jobs here requires stamina & sufficient strength every single minute of the day)
3) STILL ABLE TO ENDURE LONG DISTANCE CYCLING. Since our 2 children are left in the Phils. we both agree to just buy bicycles for each of us. Though my husband had just granted Japanese driver`s license (this was God`s miracle). You see, as far as about 6kms. hot weather or snowy day we drive our bicycle to buy necessary stuff for the whole week of working long hours.
4) BODY WITH ADEQUATE MUSCLES PROMOTES ACTIVE METABOLISM (source:internet) This is the most important benefit so far I truly appreciate. You see, the las time I weighed the heaviest was in my mid 30`s about 55kgs(my height is 5′7″). But currently (41yrs old) I weigh 60kgs. Take note that I am still into exercise with this weight. In short, burning of food is harder when reached higher age.
And still plenty of benefits to enjoy if you start doing something now!
Actually, I unceasingly encourage my peers here to start walking or do some exercise. Or nonetheless, eat the right amount of calories (just like all Japanese people do). Before they laughed at me. They ignore me. They even mocked by saying ” MATATANDA LANG ANG GUMAGAWA NYAN TE, TULAD MO”. I did not took it destructively. But NOW? The big lunch boxes turned into small, do not eat heavy snaks anymore and tried to walk short distances. I am happy for them, at least by mere words I was able to change something they have not done before for their own good.
YOU TOO! Start your exercise NOW! And you too would absolutely treasure its benefits!
Thanks for the opportunity to share our thoughts to you! More power & God bless! Merry Xmas & a Healthier lives in the New Year ahead of us.
Hi Bo,
Im very much impressed of your daily routine. When I read your health tips, somehow, I’m so ashamed, coz, tamad ako mag physical exercise.
But we are taking supplements, like that of DXN Ganoderma. Reishi Gano (RG), Ganocelium (GL), Spirulina, Roselle Candy and any other products with mushrooms. We’re taking these for more than six years already (the entire members of the family). They’re very good detoxifier, balancer and vitamins and micro-nutrients. Good for the heart and anti-oxidant too.
But of course ingat na rin sa kain, konting rice and more vegetables and fish.
Nakatulong din sa akin ang positive mental attitude. I never entertain negative thoughts.
And the most powerful is prayer and service to God. Amen.
Brother Bo inspires me
Team Jesus all the way 
Hi brother Bo! Thank you so much for sharing with us your wonderful messsage!
Yeah, it’s really true that there are some people in this world that neglect the way on how they nourish their health. But, I ll first define health according to my point of view — health is not just a physical condition of a person but a totality of the human person’s state which includes the health of his mind, body, soul and spirit.
It’s really important that we must pay attention on how we take care of our body. as what have the scripture implies that our body is the Temple of the Holy Spirit. So, how can the Holy Spirit dwell in our body if our body is not suitable for it? Right?!
Somehow, I could probably say that I’m aware of my diet. However, there are times that I give in so much to food since they are delicious. But I know somehow how to balance it… Since I’m a student, I really have to combat with stress. And, I think stress is really a part of being a student, an employee, or whosoever. Well, “meditation” is the main key for me. There are a lot of forms of meditation. Sometimes, if the stressors are not so heavy, then, I’ll just have to listen to music. Music that are good for the soul by which you can ponder and relax. Or, if the circumstances are heavy, praying to Dear God is The best solution. How? You can ponder by reading on the Scriptures and be focus on what you are doing…
” Keeping our body healthy is essential since this reflects our inner self…”
Last one thing, ” WHAT YOUR MIND CAN CONCEIVE, YOUR BODY CAN ACHIEVE.
tHANK yOU and God bless us always!!!
Dear Bo,
what i do to keep a healthy life?
the one and only is THINK POSITIVE in all the way..
well so far, it always works for me
GBU always
Bro. Bo,
Hindi n po ako mag english.^^
Hmm..Meron po kasing doctor na nasa mission ngaun..Ginagawa nya po itong mission na ito dahil nagkaroon po siya ng question kung bakit pabalik balik yung sakit..Nung nasagot n po yung question nya..Sinabi nya n po sa sarili nya n mag mi-mission siya..
Ang ginagawa nya po ay i-inform ang tao what’s happening outside and inside their body. And Siya po ay hindi naniniwala sa “Lifetime Diseases”
Bro. Bo..Magbibigay nlng po ako ng isang Stress Management..Gawin lang po ito ng tama..
Stress Management:
1. Pagkagising, Tama po yun sinabi nyo na mag-pray muna..
2. Gargle (mumog) napapanis po ang laway (sali-virus)
3. Wag po muna uminom ng Coffee,Choco,milk or tea..(Acid base po sila lahat, once n uminom po tyo agad ng di muna umiinom ng water yung Ph level ng katawan ntin tataas and the whole day acidic n tyo..pag ganun po..mas prone n tyo sa virus..Kya Step4 muna)
4. Drink 3-4 glasses of water (not cold and not hot)
5.3-4x Inhale/Exhale ( Hinga po ng malalim then yung pag exhale dpat isigaw po kc there’s a tension inside)
6. 5mins Full Body Sweating…
7. Never skip breakfast at wag magpupuyat ( Pag nag-skip po tyo ng bfast yung liver natin nagiging weak..at may sign po siya sa atin yun po ay ang paglabo ng mga mata natin.Pag naging weak ang liver natin..weak din ang life span ni liver at the same time po maikli din ang life span ng buhay ng tao)
Lahat po yan ay may pag-aaral n po..Gawin lang po ng tama lahat yan at the same time FREE po lahat yan…hehe..^^
True, Our body is the temple of God..So, dapat natin itong alagaan..at tyo lang ang unang magmamahal sa katawan natin..hindi ang parents..hindi ang husband/wife..at hindi rin ang mga tao sa paligid natin walang ibang magmamahal nyan kung hindi tyo lang…
Maraming tao ang nangangailangan ng tulong about sa kalusugan…Napapahamak ang iba dahil sa kakulangan ng kaalaman..Kakulangan lang nmn po at hindi Kawalan..
Sana po Bro. Bo..Mabigyan pansin po ito..
God Bless po!
Thanks!
Gino, Pasay City
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