Healthy Fit: This Christmas, stuff the turkey, not yourself!
It seems that every year there is
a competition between humans and
turkeys. They have one thing in
common: they both get stuffed.
The question is: who gets stuffed
the most during the holiday season?
I can assure you that the
answer is not the turkey.
Truth be told, a party isn't a party without food; however, many people tend to devour excess food during the holiday season.
We seem to make up the most excuses for things we don't really care about, such as our health. When it comes to our health, we are more than willing to grab a 50 per cent off coupon to shop where our hearts desire, but given the same coupon to fitness clubs like GoodLife... forget it!
The urge to put energy into something that requires a lot of hard work and patience is challenging for most. When people work out, they expect instant results.
The holiday season is the best time to gain a few pounds. The unpleasant winter storms keep you locked in the house and glued to the heater - who would dare go out for a jog? It's especially hard to think of fitness when you've got Mom's delicious turkey stuffing and all that Christmas candy! Here are some tips to encourage those who want to start thinking healthy during the holiday season and enter the New Year with fulfilled resolutions.
Tip 1: Know the health facts.
CNN reported that the average North American adult gains seven to 10 pounds over the holiday season. Melinda Rice, health writer stated, "Don't be a statistic! When it comes to weight gain, imagine you are going into battle. Be prepared. This is a mental-emotional battle, so be on guard and remain proactive."
Tip 2: Think of the reason for the season.
There's nothing wrong with feasting during the holiday season; however, instead of focusing on the feast and other indulgences that may come your way, think of the season as a time to be thankful and focus on the family. Think of food as an added benefit, rather than the main reason for the season.
Tip 3: Consume small portions.
If your family is the type that prepares every meal in the recipe book, then you need to be cautious. Your relatives may be offended if you don't take the initiative to taste each food. So go ahead and taste, but don't pig out.
Tip 4: Limit alcohol consumption.
Rice stated that alcohol provides "empty calories" and no nutritional value. Every drink should equal one serving of carbohydrates. If you feel pressured to drink too much by your family, make other holiday arrangements!
Also, what you put into your body during the Christmas festivities just may make all the difference in what dress size you will wear for New Year's Eve celebrations.
The most important tip of all: Make this year's holiday celebrations mean more than becoming a stuffed turkey!
Truth be told, a party isn't a party without food; however, many people tend to devour excess food during the holiday season.
We seem to make up the most excuses for things we don't really care about, such as our health. When it comes to our health, we are more than willing to grab a 50 per cent off coupon to shop where our hearts desire, but given the same coupon to fitness clubs like GoodLife... forget it!
The urge to put energy into something that requires a lot of hard work and patience is challenging for most. When people work out, they expect instant results.
The holiday season is the best time to gain a few pounds. The unpleasant winter storms keep you locked in the house and glued to the heater - who would dare go out for a jog? It's especially hard to think of fitness when you've got Mom's delicious turkey stuffing and all that Christmas candy! Here are some tips to encourage those who want to start thinking healthy during the holiday season and enter the New Year with fulfilled resolutions.
Tip 1: Know the health facts.
CNN reported that the average North American adult gains seven to 10 pounds over the holiday season. Melinda Rice, health writer stated, "Don't be a statistic! When it comes to weight gain, imagine you are going into battle. Be prepared. This is a mental-emotional battle, so be on guard and remain proactive."
Tip 2: Think of the reason for the season.
There's nothing wrong with feasting during the holiday season; however, instead of focusing on the feast and other indulgences that may come your way, think of the season as a time to be thankful and focus on the family. Think of food as an added benefit, rather than the main reason for the season.
Tip 3: Consume small portions.
If your family is the type that prepares every meal in the recipe book, then you need to be cautious. Your relatives may be offended if you don't take the initiative to taste each food. So go ahead and taste, but don't pig out.
Tip 4: Limit alcohol consumption.
Rice stated that alcohol provides "empty calories" and no nutritional value. Every drink should equal one serving of carbohydrates. If you feel pressured to drink too much by your family, make other holiday arrangements!
Also, what you put into your body during the Christmas festivities just may make all the difference in what dress size you will wear for New Year's Eve celebrations.
The most important tip of all: Make this year's holiday celebrations mean more than becoming a stuffed turkey!
