Unleashing Your Best Self Post-Holidays: A Comprehensive Guide
Are you the type to declare, "When the holidays are over, I'm going to start dieting and working out"? If you nodded in agreement, you're not alone. The holiday season is synonymous with family, friends, food, and fun, often resulting in a temporary departure from our health-conscious routines. Fear not; it's not the slip-up that matters but the triumphant return to a healthier lifestyle. While the average holiday weight gain is a mere 1-2 pounds, these pounds can accumulate if not addressed promptly. Here's a guide to help you kickstart your post-holiday wellness journey.
Tip #1: Know Your Personal Approach (KYP)
If you resonate with the "all in or nothing" mindset, understanding your personal approach is crucial. Mental preparedness is the key to success. While diving into a new program post-holidays may seem daunting, waiting too long can lead to procrastination. Embrace the days free of festivities to make your strategy..... and then write it down! If you are new to fitness and nutrition, start slowly by walking/exercising moderately and make more mindful food choices. The end of January will thank you when you find yourself feeling less intimidated and more accomplished, with less to lose and moving toward your wellness goals.
Tip #2: Make a Solid Fitness Plan of Action
For those who prefer waiting until the holiday chaos subsides, it's perfectly fine to let loose momentarily. However, don't forget to make a concrete plan to start or return to your fitness routine. Grab your calendar and PEN in your workout schedule—designate specific times, determine the frequency, and plan your exercises. Is there a local studio or gym close by that has caught your eye? Or maybe an online fitness routine that you can do at home? What equipment do you need to be successful? Commit to a program or invest in a gym membership to eliminate excuses. Remember that you are not alone....absolutely EVERYONE starts somewhere, so try to let go of any fitness insecurities or intimidation. And hey, a new workout outfit could be the perfect after Christmas sale grab to yourself!
Tip #3: Bid Farewell to Sugar
The allure of sugary+fattening treats during the holidays is undeniable, but breaking free from the sugar grip is essential. Sugar and fat, combined in holiday indulgences, is extremely addictive and leads to cravings, crashes, and irritability. Arm yourself with the knowledge that withdrawal symptoms are temporary, lasting only a few days to a week. Mark the day you'll kick sugar to the curb on your calendar and clear your surroundings of tempting sweets. As Shawn Wells wisely notes, "Sugar and fat don’t occur together in nature.", so we shouldn't be eating them in the first place.
Tip #4: Find a Nutrition Program that Speaks to You.
If you waited until now to embark on your new health journey, then Here, Here! You have made the most impactful step....the first one! It is crucial for your success to find a nutrition/diet program that speaks directly to you. A program that you know you can maintain and be successful. Transform Body Works offers a 7 step, science based method for achieving total body health and weight loss that's applicable anywhere—even upcoming vacations, weddings, and social gatherings. Learn about hormones, metabolism, and gut health to join the ranks of empowered women (and men!) on this transformative program. Your future self will thank you for starting today.
Conclusion: In navigating your post-holiday rejuvenation, remember that setbacks are merely stepping stones to progress. By implementing these tips, you'll not only shed any holiday weight but also set the stage for a healthier, more vibrant you. Embrace the journey and revel in the positive changes that await. 2024 is YOUR year to start living your best, most healthiest life yet!
Jan 2023 article written by Stacy Gaucys, Creator of Transform Body Works
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