Typically, the holidays and the winter months are months we
sort of go into a “hibernation” mode. It stays darker in the mornings, it’s
cold, and gets dark early. It makes you want to curl up under a blanket with a
huge sweater on. And that is what I’ve done for so many years before around
this time of year, and I’ve watched the pounds pack on because of it.
Something that I have realized this year is that it does NOT
have to be that way. You don’t have to gain weight over the holidays, you don’t
have to hide under a sweater. You should still feel fantastic about yourself,
and you can indeed still enjoy the holiday festivities and meals. It’s all
about finding balance!
So why should you try to find time to take care of yourself
this holiday season and workout? One great reason is because exercising is a
stress RELIEVER. And boy does stress tend to abound during this season! More
parties, more things to do, people to see, gifts to make or buy, family to be
with….it’s all wonderful, but the time constraints and the added “to do” list
can be overwhelming.
While some may think the first thing TO cut should be
exercise, I would say keep it as a top priority! When you workout, you are
warming up, you can lighten your own mood, you relieve stress, and you gain
more energy for your day. Doesn’t that sound like something that would help
make your holidays go smoother? I know it will for me!
You don’t have to commit to doing some full intense hour
long workout every day, or become a permanent fixture at the gym. It can be as
simple as doing an at home workout video program like I have done, or even
finding your own quick workout routine from Pinterest. But the important thing
is to get moving. Get your blood flowing, and stay active!
Some tips for how to make that time in your schedule during
the holidays to workout:
-Write your workout down on the calendar! Write the time,
place, whatever you need to solidify it for yourself.
-Wake up a few minutes early to start your day RIGHT. Yes,
it may be painful at first, but the boost of energy you get will last you ALL
DAY.
-Workout while you watch your favorite TV show or sports
game. Yes…multi task! Even if you do it just in the commercials, move around!
Make use of your precious time.
-Stay accountable to someone! Find an accountability
partner, or join in one of my online support ones for the holidays!
Accountability has been the biggest key to my success so far, and in
maintaining motivation.
-Have grace for yourself. If you miss a day, or pig out one
day, don’t let that ruin your whole season. Pick yourself up and start again
the next day! It’s like the saying, if you got one flat tire, would you go
around and slash all the other ones? No! You fix the one and keep going.
There’s a few tips and reasons why I have found that
exercising through the holidays may be one of most important things you do for
yourself! Give it a try, get active at least four days out of the week. What do
you have to lose?
Who’s going to get active over this holiday season??
Stay up to date with what I’m doing and get even more tips
to help you have a healthy holiday by friending me on Facebook (www.facebook.com/sarahfcason) or
following me on Instagram (sarahfcason). I would love to encourage you and
answer any questions you have over this season!
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