Did you go overboard a bit this holiday weekend? If you did, no worries, you are not alone. Between the get togethers and Pumpkin Pie, many of us have fallen off track with our fitness goals. But today is a new day and and NEW MONTH. So here are a few tips to get you feeling great while burning those extra calories off in no time!
Get Back to Your Normal Routine
You may be exhausted from the weekend, but make it a priority to get back to your normal eating and exercise routine. Pack your meals for work so you aren’t tempted to snack on some left over pies and goodies at the office. The longer you stay off track, the harder it will be to get back in the swing of things.
Chuck the Sugary Sweets and Left Overs
It may be hard to part ways with the Pecan Pie and Bread Rolls, but they aren’t doing your waistline any favors. Some of these holiday treats have over 20g of carbs/sugar per serving, meaning you are easily creeping up on your recommended sugar limit for the day. If it is not pies but stuffing and gravy that make your heart sing – look out! Those extra nibbles of leftovers will ADD UP quickly! So either give it away or get it out.
Drink Protein
Get back on track by adding extra protein to your diet. The ISO 100 from Dymatize helps crush cravings with all of its delicious flavors. More than 20g of protein per scoop- which means you will feel full while having a delicious and waist line friendly snack.
Get Moving!
Does the extra food have you feeling sluggish? The last thing you want to do after over-indulging is sit around. Here is an at-home workout that will torch fat and burn tons of calories in only 15 minutes. (Be sure to warm up before getting started.)
After Turkey Day Fitness Routine
Duration: 5 rounds with 45 second rests between rounds
• 20 jumping jacks
• 20 high knees
• 20 squats
• 10 forward lunges per leg
• 20 per leg mountain climbers
Be sure to really push yourself and complete as many repetitions as possible at your own pace.
Other Options:
• Walking your dog for 30 minutes at a brisk pace.
• Jogging in place or doing standing alternating knees to chest in your living room during commercial breaks of your favorite shows.
• Anything to get up and get the heart rate flowing.
These simple steps will have you burning off the feast in no time. So get over the guilt and get moving!
Would love to hear from you! In the comments section below, please share your tips to get through the holidays while staying on track.
Angeles Burke 