Christmas is just around the corner, which for most of us means a change in schedule. I just wanted to take a second to address how this may impact our workout schedules and healthy diets. The number one thing I want to stress is that a little bit goes a long way. This can be applied to your workouts and nutrition. Even if you cannot fit in your normal amount of time into your workout, just taking 20 minutes to get your heart rate up will be very beneficial. It will boost your metabolism, so you will burn more calories, and it will help clear your mind and lower your stress level. It's really worth squeezing in that little bit that you can, because those minutes add up.
Secondly, when it comes to nutrition, we all know that it can be hard to stick to healthy eating with parties and family events throughout the month. So, instead of throwing in the towel and waiting until January 1st to get back on track, make a commitment to yourself that you are simply going to do the best you can in each circumstance. This could mean limiting your cocktails at a party to just one or two, instead of your usual three or four. Or, it could mean making sure you eat a healthy breakfast and lunch, and skipping the cocktails altogether, so you can enjoy a favorite dessert after dinner. Making these swaps will cut back on the amount of calories you consume, without leaving you feeling deprived.
