It is that time of the year again when we empty our wallets and loosen our belt loops. Where we are berated with all things sugar and carbs and are invited to parties overflowing with booze. Our schedules become hectic and we lose our minds a little bit trying to manage it all. This is also the time of the year when most of us throw our fitness and health out the window and SWEAR we will get back into the swing of things just as soon as the clock strikes midnight on Jan 1.
Now I am not saying this isn’t the season to enjoy sweet Aunt Gertrude’s pumpkin pie but you a can still make smart decisions while enjoying the holidays.
Here are 5 ways to stay ahead of the game and keep the dreaded holiday 10 pounds at bay.
1. Infuse Your Holiday With Fitness – Get the whole family involved and play a game of soccer, or basketball or go for a walk as a family around your neighborhood. Chances are if you have a group of people to participate with you will be more apt to do it and think of the bonding time!
2. Have A Plan – This one is obvious but planning is the key to success. A tip I give to my clients is to plan your week on Sunday and then post that schedule somewhere you can see it. Your workouts don’t have to be an hour at the gym either. Maybe you schedule in a 20-minute home yoga routine first thing in the morning or a brisk walk in the evening to unwind from your crazy day. The more you take care of yourself the better you feel and the more prepared you are to handle cranky Uncle Fred.
3. Find An Accountability Partner – Find a friend you will hold your butt to the fire or an online group that keeps you motivated. Science shows that when you are held accountable for your actions you are 10x more likely to stay on track.
4. Hire A Professional – Nothing is worse then to have to answer to your trainer when you didn’t stay on track on with your health. In addition, studies show when we spend money on something we are more apt to stick with it.
5. Know You Are Worth it – This may be the most important. When you realize you are worthy of feeling good and staying healthy, making better choices isn’t as hard. When confronted with the decision of eating that second slice of pie, ask yourself what it more important, the sugar intake or your waistline?
Happy Holidays!
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Jennifer Sinclair
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