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Mostly Borrowed Holiday Tips....
November 17, 2010 1:04 PM

  1. Start your day by pushing play:  No matter how many guests you have coming for dinner or how much you have left to do, make time to start your day with exercise.  If you really are short on time, consider a shorter, but more intense workout like HITT 15 from Turbo Fire, Pure Cardio from Insanity, or any of the 10 Minute Trainers.
  2. Don't deny yourself:  Some do well by swearing off "forbidden" foods, but for many of us that notion only leads to bingeing or a feeling of deprivation. Remember that the occasional splurge is what diet experts call ?moderation?. Go ahead?treat yourself! You deserve it! Remember, a splurge should last a meal or a day at the most. By eating poorly for several days, you set yourself up for a season of weight gain. Plan for and enjoy your favorites then get back on track to your journey of healthy living.
  3. Drink water:  This rule applies regardless of the day of the year. Water consumption decreases cravings and helps to regulate hunger. Be sure to consume water after your workouts as well.  Avoid calorie-laden beverages like alcohol, eggnog, peppermint lattes, and hot chocolate. One cocktail is fine. But keep in mind, alcohol usually makes you less attractive, less articulate, less responsible, and more likely to overeat. Cheers!
  4. Don't skip Shakeology:  Because it provides your body with incredibly dense nutrition, it will help you avoid cravings and the spikes and valleys that come with the high sugar and simple carb offerings we all love to hate.... or hate to love.  I plan to have mine about an hour before the meals that will tempt me most to over-indulge.
  5. Don't keep leftovers:  Some of you, including my mother and sister-in-law are gasping!  If you?re hosting the festivities, add disposable containers to your shopping list so you can send guests home with ALL of your leftovers.  If you find yourself on the receiving end of a half eaten pecan pie, or a neighborly plate of cookies, graciously accept, enjoy a nibble and then.... toss it. Now Aaron is gasping!  Which would give you greater long-term happiness, more pie or to fit into your skinny jeans?
  6. Give yourself permission to take care of yourself:  If you are hosting, have fun with family food traditions, but make sure you have healthy alternatives.  Our family loves summer sausage with cheese and crackers during the holidays.  My contribution to that meal will be shrimp cocktail and a layered cheese spread made with fat-free cream cheese, spinach & roasted red peppers.  If you are the guest, ask how you can contribute to the meal and bring something you know you'll feel good about eating
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