It's that time of year again where we travel from one gathering to another. The food is good and the eggnog is even better. If you've been good all year and have kept your weight under control, you may feel slight anxiety as you approach this holiday season. No need to fear because in a few moments you'll uncover the top 10 ways to maintain your weight and in some cases loose weight even while still eating holiday treats.
10) The simplest thing that you can do this holiday season to curb your overeating is to stay hydrated. Drink plenty of water daily and especially before that holiday get together. You will feel fuller faster and be less likely to overindulge.
9) Rather than starve yourself all day long to save room for every holiday treat you know you shouldn't have, why not chow down on a couple of pieces of fruit first before arriving at the party. This way you are not as hungry and you've also eaten healthy for the day so you don't have to feel guilty after the holiday gathering.
8) Watch you portions, a healthy amount is about the size of your fist. For the holidays, trim that to a slightly smaller portion.
7) Never miss a meal. I realize this may sound strange but it is so true. Many people think they are doing themselves a favor by skipping lunch or breakfast because they feel they are saving room for the big dinner party that night. This is so far from the truth it is not even funny. Keep your daily routine and consider a doggie bag if you are too full by party time.
6) Try something new for the holidays. Instead of making tons of pies and candies, look up some healthy alternatives. Choose a healthy exotic treat of fresh fruits instead.
5) Get active. Don't see this time of year as a time to rest, relax and take it easy. No, you should take the opportunity you have with your family to get in some good physical activity. Let me ask you, when is the last time you took your kids ice skating or sledding? If it doesn't snow where you are, why not take the kids to the park or on a paddle boat ride.
4) Stick to your normal workout schedule. Many times, during the holidays, we feel like there is just not enough time and the workout is easiest to skip. Don't skip it!
3) Take a strategy to dinner with you and not just an appetite. It is not too reasonable to believe that you can attend these holiday gatherings and not eat anything you like. With that in mind, why not develop a strategy beforehand of exactly what you will eat and how much of it you'll eat. As an example, if fruit cake is your adversary, why not have a piece but turn down the pumpkin pie.
2) Add some weight training to your work out. Knowing that you will be consuming more calories this time of year why not add some weight training to the mix. Lean tissue burns more calories than fat.
1) Take time for you to relax and meditate. This is the time that depression is at a high. Depression can lead to overeating and then more depression. Beat the blues this year by relaxing and not letting worry and frustration overtake you.
Well, now you know how to maintain your weight even while attending holiday parties. Maybe you won't do all of these tips but how much better would you feel about yourself if you could do just 3 or 4 of the ten? - 16463
10) The simplest thing that you can do this holiday season to curb your overeating is to stay hydrated. Drink plenty of water daily and especially before that holiday get together. You will feel fuller faster and be less likely to overindulge.
9) Rather than starve yourself all day long to save room for every holiday treat you know you shouldn't have, why not chow down on a couple of pieces of fruit first before arriving at the party. This way you are not as hungry and you've also eaten healthy for the day so you don't have to feel guilty after the holiday gathering.
8) Watch you portions, a healthy amount is about the size of your fist. For the holidays, trim that to a slightly smaller portion.
7) Never miss a meal. I realize this may sound strange but it is so true. Many people think they are doing themselves a favor by skipping lunch or breakfast because they feel they are saving room for the big dinner party that night. This is so far from the truth it is not even funny. Keep your daily routine and consider a doggie bag if you are too full by party time.
6) Try something new for the holidays. Instead of making tons of pies and candies, look up some healthy alternatives. Choose a healthy exotic treat of fresh fruits instead.
5) Get active. Don't see this time of year as a time to rest, relax and take it easy. No, you should take the opportunity you have with your family to get in some good physical activity. Let me ask you, when is the last time you took your kids ice skating or sledding? If it doesn't snow where you are, why not take the kids to the park or on a paddle boat ride.
4) Stick to your normal workout schedule. Many times, during the holidays, we feel like there is just not enough time and the workout is easiest to skip. Don't skip it!
3) Take a strategy to dinner with you and not just an appetite. It is not too reasonable to believe that you can attend these holiday gatherings and not eat anything you like. With that in mind, why not develop a strategy beforehand of exactly what you will eat and how much of it you'll eat. As an example, if fruit cake is your adversary, why not have a piece but turn down the pumpkin pie.
2) Add some weight training to your work out. Knowing that you will be consuming more calories this time of year why not add some weight training to the mix. Lean tissue burns more calories than fat.
1) Take time for you to relax and meditate. This is the time that depression is at a high. Depression can lead to overeating and then more depression. Beat the blues this year by relaxing and not letting worry and frustration overtake you.
Well, now you know how to maintain your weight even while attending holiday parties. Maybe you won't do all of these tips but how much better would you feel about yourself if you could do just 3 or 4 of the ten? - 16463
About the Author:
Author Dorthy Weatherbush sees everyday famous people like Kristy Swanson of Knots Landing fame use these tips plus diet programs like Medifastto trim unwanted pounds. Read Dorthy's review of the Medifast Diet by visiting the site above.
