Plan for Continued Progress Through the Holiday Season

Calendar in your non-negotiable family occasions. Enjoy these days/times with no regrets.
Plan to increase your activity level in the days before and after a holiday.
1. Connect with your workout partner or family member who wants to be active as well.
2. Calendar/plan your workout days/times in advance.
  1. If traveling, research local gyms. Pay for and register for classes in advance for increased accountability and clarity.
When planning and preparing a Holiday meal, think about necessary portions and make a “leftovers” plan that is congruent with your goals.
1. Make extra: Meat, vegetables, whole grains.
2. Only make enough for one meal: Desserts, creamy/buttery/cheesy dishes(mashed potatoes, gravy, bread.
Become the Leader and stimulus for health in your family.
1. Others may be looking for someone with courage to step up and lead the way when it comes to health around the Holidays.
At all costs, avoid the “All or Nothing” mindset. Often around the Holidays we let a few days set the tone for a 40 day period.
1. Enjoy each Holiday because you’ve made a plan for the days around it.
2. Commit to your plan regardless of circumstance.
  1. Feeling bloated. Get your workout in.
  2. Feeling hungover? Sweat it out.
  3. Feeling tired from travel? Exercise gives you energy.
  4. Annoyed with the in-laws? Workouts are great for stress relief.

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