The holidays are nearly here! But that doesn't mean your fitness goals are unobtainable. Instead, feast your eyes on TrainerDiva's Top 5 Holiday Fit Tips that will help you resist temptation and keep you looking fabulous right through 2010!
5.) Decide What To Buy
We all know how tempting it is to walk into a coffee or candy shop, especially during the holiday season. So here's your plan of action: decide what you want before you go in and stick to it. Just order your coffee and get out of there — fast!
4.) Forgiveness Is Key
It is difficult to avoid overeating during the holidays. If you do slip up now and then, don't beat yourself up for it…it's not worth it. Remember that maintaining a healthy diet throughout the holidays takes practice. Forgive yourself and make sure your next meal or snack is a healthy one.
3.) Drink Plenty of H20
Many people mistake mild dehydration with hunger, so drinking plenty of water is a must! Have a glass or two before you start drinking alcoholic beverages, and have one in between drinks to slow down your alcohol consumption as well.
2.) Don't Skip Meals
Many people believe that if they skip breakfast or lunch, they can save up all of those calories for the holiday party that night. That sounds like a good idea, but skipping meals actually slows down your metabolism and can make you feel tired. Plus, when you are really hungry and surrounded by high-calorie holiday treats, you may very easily consume more calories than the ones you skipped earlier in the day.
1.) Keep Exercising!!!!
Although the holidays are a hectic time, keep your TrainerDiva appointments and be sure to do your cardio to help ensure that the occasional treat won't land permanently on your thighs or belly. Even if you are so busy that you have to cut your workout time in half, continuing to work out keeps you in the exercise habit. Once you quit your exercise routine, it can be very difficult to start up again — nevermind the weight you can gain from taking a hiatus.
