Your Guide to a Healthy Holiday Season
It is easy to lose sight of our health and well-being over the holiday season, trust me, I know! It seems that over the next few months there will be so many temptations at every turn. Christmas parties and dinners, time off work, potentially a vacation or time away from your own home routine, and not to mention the endless to-do list, with limited time for ourselves. You may be thinking that the holiday season is a write-off for your health and you'll get back on track in the new year - but, if you change your mindset and set yourself some parameters it doesn’t have to be that way. Listen up - you can still indulge, eat great food and have a lot of fun! Here are some helpful tips that you can use to create healthy guidelines around the holiday season:
Stay active - keep up your workout routine, modify it if needed, but ensure you keep moving. I recommend getting your movement in early in the day to ensure it's done before any holiday commitments start.
Limit alcohol consumption - there are so many great alternatives to alcohol these days, don’t be shy to give them a try! Not only are you reducing extra sugar and calories, but with no hangover you'll feel great the next day, even if it was a late night.
Focus on nutritious choices - think about filling your plate with seasonal vegetables and protein first to fuel your body. If you focus on the 80/20 rule of healthy eating, you can still indulge in those holiday treats while maintaining your health success.
Stay hydrated - drink plenty of water! Water helps our body to digest food and it keeps our skin aglow for those holiday photos too.
Do your best to maintain your schedule and routine - remember if you go off track for a day or two, it is not the end game, just pick up where you left off and have grace with yourself each day.
Leave some time for rest and repair - schedule in time at home for yourself. If you stay rested and on track, you are more likely to have a clear mind and make positive decisions for your long-term success.
Remember to enjoy the holidays and have as much fun as possible! This season can be stressful, taking care of you will make it easier. And, it doesn’t always have to be about food and drink, plan some fun activities with your friends and family! Get out there and make memories :)
If you'd like more customized tips for your healthy holiday journey - do not hesitate to reach out!