Staying active on fasting days (Navratri, Ekadashi) — gentle movement or rest?
For people who fast for religious or personal reasons (Navratri, Ekadashi, occasional fasts), how do you handle daily activity? Do you take short walks, stick to light chores and stretching, push through a normal routine, or rest entirely? How do you judge intensity and timing (before/after breaking fast)? Share what’s worked, what drained you, or any small rules you follow.
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Practical rules that help most people: first, classify your fast (water-only vs light food allowed). For most healthy adults, prefer light activity—short walks, gentle yoga, chores, mobility work—rather than high‑intensity or long strength/endurance sessions. Use perceived exertion (easy–moderate, ~3–5/10) and keep sessions short (20–45 min). If you plan harder exercise, do it after breaking the fast and rehydrating. Monitor symptoms (dizziness, strong palpitations, confusion) and stop if they occur. People with diabetes, pregnancy, cardiovascular disease, or on medications should check with a clinician before exercising while fasting.