We have all heard before how the average American gains 10-15 pounds over the Holidays. Those who have set a goal to get back into shape or lose weight, gaining 15 pounds is not exactly ideal. You don't have to avoid Thanksgiving and lock yourself in your house eating lettuce. Here are some simple ways to stay in control and a little added challenge to get you though the weekend.
1. Save your splurge for your holiday meal. Offices are packed with treats in the break room. Instead stick to your plan. If you are on an EFT Plan you know what you are allowed.
2. Be selective. When filling your plat at Thanksgiving dinner think about when you are putting on your plate and ask yourself, "Do I really want this?" Have you ever eaten something you really didn't care for just because it was being served and you felt like you should. If you want to be polite have a bite & leave the rest. Last year I found myself eating pumpkin pie. Why? I don't even like pumpkin pie!
3. Drink water. Aim to get in at least 10 glasses of water a day. I carry around a liter bottle and try to drink 3 a day. I add a few scoops of Want More Energy to keep me going and add a little favor. Fresh lemon is another favorite.
4. Exercise every morning. Even if you are not a morning person, make an exception over the holidays. With so much going on in our lives and stress levels at an all time high, we often run out of time by the end of the day or we are just plain too tired. Taking an hour every morning to get it done will help you feel accomplished and energize your day.
5. Stress less. Ha! I know. This is the most stressful time of year for most which is why it is most important to make a conscious effort not to stress. Take 10 minutes to drop and meditate when ever you feel overwhelmed. You don't have to do anything fancy. Just think of your happy place and take yourself there. How does it feel? How does it smell? What sounds do you hear? Who is there with you? What do you see? A quick trip to Tahiti is so much better than a pastry you really didn't want anyways.
Thanksgiving Challenge:
Wednesday: Write your New Years Goals early. Get started on your vision board for 2013. You have the weekend off and it is a great time to relax and dream big. Why wait six more weeks to start accomplishing what you can do today? Post pictures of your Vision Board at www.facebook.com/emilysfitnesstraining or tweet me @emfitchic.
Don't forget to order your Nutritional Cleansing kit so that it arrives in time for our group cleanse Monday. If you need to order email me. emilygdunn@gmail.com
Thursday: Get out and sweat for 60 minutes. Be sure to include some HIIT. Keep those calories burning right through your meal. Check out www.facebook.com/emilysfitnesstraining for my Thanksgiving HIIT challenge
Friday: Break your workout in two. 30 minutes of cardio in the morning and 30 minutes of sculpting in the evening.
Saturday: Instead of leftovers with all the fixings try turkey meatballs or another healthy dish. Combine it with a big salad.
Sunday: Make is a meatless Sunday. Going for healthy veggie options all day. To prep your body for our Cleanse.
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