6 Tips for Staying on Track this Holiday Season.
The holidays are notoriously a busy time of year filled with friends, family and of course food.
Incorporating healthy holiday eating into the festivities can be both enjoyable and nutritious. Remember why you want to be healthy and the positive feeling you have when you stay on track and embrace the feeling of empowerment when you’re making good choices for YOU!
- Be prepared. Going to a holiday party? Don’t assume there will be healthy options to choose from. Ask the host/hostess ahead of time if it’s alright if you bring a dish you know you can eat (and will want to) so you’re not stuck choosing between things that take you farther from your goals. Have a light healthy snack before you head out so you’re not starving when you arrive.
- Maintain your health routine as much as possible. Prioritize your walk, don’t skip the gym, and take your supplements.
- Indulge in your favorite treat...And skip the mediocre stuff (even if it has sprinkles). Store-bought cookies? Pass. Your mom’s special “secret family recipe” homemade fudge? Enjoy a piece. Be intentional with your choices.
- Communicate with family and friends. Ask for help sticking to your goals. Gently tell friends and family if you don’t want them bringing desserts around or pushing you to have seconds. We all need a support system.
- Remove temptations where you can. Send the Christmas cookies and leftovers home with family and friends. Put them in an outside refrigerator or freezer so they aren’t looking at you every time you open the fridge.
- Sleep - Don’t skimp on sleep. It keeps your immune system strong and your detoxifying organs primed to handle what comes their way. Prioritizing sleep is the best investment you can make in yourself during the busy holiday chaos.
Remember it’s a holiday, not a holimonth. Have fun! Eat the pie, drink the champagne. Make the day special, then get right back on your routine. Having back-to-back days of overindulgence leads to low energy, bloating, and feeling mentally down. Ward off a rut by savoring the day then getting back into your flow.
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