It is a truism that every year most of us pack on the pounds during the end of year holidays. We work diligently all year to get the pounds off only to see them get packed back in little over a month. January finds us fatter and slower.
Of course you want to stop having to make the same resolution over and over again every year. You do not want to have to declare that you will exercise every day so you can get this extra weight off. This can be accomplished following a few guidelines.
#1- Stick to a fitness plan that only allows you to “cheat” a day or two a week. Do not let yourself dive into holiday goodies anytime you want. Limit yourself.
This is difficult with some many festivities to attend. It might be easy to lose track of your designated “cheat” days. You can end up gaining weight easily.
Instead try focusing on portion size of your fattening food. Keep the portion sizes small for these items. Make sure you eat plenty of salads and fruit. Eat these because they are healthy and because they keep you fuller longer.
#2- Do not stop exercising. Do not use being busy as an excuse. We are all busy at the office, decorating, and making trips to see family.
You may not be able to get to the gym but you can still exercise. You can walk around the block before breakfast. You can do some push ups between parties. Just make sure you break a sweat for 30 minutes a day. That is the minimum to keep up a good exercising habit.
#3- Choose to make your vacation during the holidays one with some activity. You might want to go skiing, snow camping, or sledding. You will benefit by doing more than just sitting around and chatting with relatives. Chat with them after a good days out on a trail. Your family will enjoy the time together and you will be healthier for it.
Holidays can be more than eating everything in site and watching Christmas TV specials. You do not want to have to deal with extra lard added over the holidays. Move your body and make wise food choices and you will begin the year with a great start.
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