It is that time of year again, the holidays. Around this time of year we have alot of parties to go to, shopping to do and dinners to attend. What I want to share with you are a few tips to make sure you stay on track and don’t fall into the trap of gaining those unwanted holiday pounds.
See with all the busy things that come with the holiday it can really throw a wrench in our regular routine. So what usually happens is we put all these things ahead of taking care of ouselves and before you know it, you are skipping your workouts, eating on the go (if eating at all), or over eating because you are stressed and falling into the trap of gaining those holiday pounds that way to many people just except as the normal routine.
So what should you go to make this year different?
First and foremost make sure to put your fitness and nutrition program on top of the to do list everyday.
Second be sure to plan ahead. If you know you are going out shopping all day make sure their is somewhere healthy to eat near where you are going to or be sure to pack a healthy snack to eat while you are out.
Third if you’re traveling out of town for any reason be sure to research the area for a local fitness center or check out your hotels fitness center. Biggest thing when checking out your hotels fitness cente is to make sure you know the hours of the facility, also how much the facility really has to be sure it is enough to complete your routine. Another great thing is if you are going to be out of town is tag along with a friend or family member that enjoys working out and create a buddy system to help keep each other on track.
Here is sample workout if you have limited equipment and need an at home workout for the holidays.
For each exercise complete 12-15 reps for 3-5 Rounds (be sure to warm up for 5-10 minutes prior and stretch after finishing)
1) Bodyweight Squat Jumps
2) Push Ups
3)Burpees
4)Sit Ups
5)Leg Raises
Be sure to stay on track this holiday season and not get caught in the holiday weight gain trap.
