Uh oh, the holidays are approaching. It wouldn't be so bad
if it weren't for all that good food that's so bad, right?
During the holidays you are thinking about parties, fun and
food, but in the back of your mind you are also thinking
about that dreadful weight gain.
When the holiday season approaches some people just stop
their healthy program and throw in the towel until after
New Years and others starve themselves until they binge.
Life doesn't have to be so demanding. You can enjoy
yourself and still keep your figure. Thanksgiving and
Christmas doesn't have to have a negative impact. The trick
is to keep a balance.
Eat sensibly and exercise. This will prevent excess weight
from creeping up and make your weight-loss resolution that
much easier come January 1st.
Below are some simple steps on how to avoid that 5 to 10
pound holiday weight gain between Thanksgiving and New
Years.
Start before Thanksgiving, not after New Years. Tossing
everything aside and waiting for January is a cop-out.
Accept responsibility, take charge, and make a difference.
Tip 1 - Devise a daily menu and exercise plan. Put it in
writing and hang it where you will see it the most. Also,
hang a copy on your refrigerator. Continue to eat your
regularly scheduled healthy meals, and eat party treats in
moderation. Have protein bars and MRP's handy.
Tip 2 - Eat normally, even if there is an event later. This
will keep your blood sugar stable and prevent overeating
and binging. This does not mean you can't indulge; it just
keeps you in control. If you starve yourself for the party,
you will binge for sure, feel sick, then regret it all
night, making you spiral down the next days.
Tip 3 - When you attend parties or events, start off with
healthy choices and snacks. Such as fruit, veggies, salads,
and meat. You won't be inclined to indulge in the sugar
goodies as fast. Notice I didn't say you can't have the
sweet treats, they are perfectly fine during this time, if
they are kept in moderation and eaten last.
Tip 4 - Drink water or diet sodas at gatherings and limit
the alcohol. A drink or two is fine, but if you want to
remain fit, it's best to limit them. Red wine would be the
best choice for an alcoholic beverage.
Tip 5 - Exercise every day, even if you can only get 10
minutes in. However, don't opt for just a mere 10 minutes
if you have time to get a full 20 to 30 minutes in. The
point is that some exercise is far better than no exercise.
The above are basic guidelines to help keep you on track
during the toughest months in the year. Good luck and Happy
Holidays!
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Karen Sessions has been in the fitness industry since 1988.
She is a nationally qualified bodybuilder and holds two
personal training certifications. She has written 6 ebooks
on fitness and has helped hundreds of clients transform
their bodies.
http://www.Lose-Weight-Forever.com
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