The 12 days of Christmas Fitness!
On the first day of Christmas…
Don’t let go of your exercise routine.
Granted, Christmas is a time to unwind and enjoy but be smart. Expend calories whenever possible in the form of running or daily workout challenges like this full body accumulator!
On the second day of Christmas…
Keep focused on what and when you’re eating. If you know you’ve got a big meal planned, eat sparingly the rest of the day to avoid calorie overload.
On the third day of Christmas…
Choose high protein foods rather than carbohydrates to keep you fuller for longer and minimise hunger a few hours later.
On the fourth day of Christmas…
Avoid empty calories. If you’re drinking alcohol, stick to lower calorie varieties and always pair with a glass of water.
On the fifth day of Christmas…
Eat slowly. The satiety response or feeling of fullness will kick in earlier and save you overeating.
On the sixth day of Christmas…
Be mindful to sugar. By all means have dessert. It is Christmas! But choose low sugar options such as fruit salad, cheese and biscuits or yoghurt desserts.
On the seventh day of Christmas…
Keep your mind busy. Play games with the family or read books to keep you occupied as this will keep you away from eating through boredom with nibbles and dips.
On the eighth day of Christmas…
Drink a pint of water before mealtimes. This will reduce the feeling of hunger and prevent gorging.
On the ninth day of Christmas…
Avoid overfilling your plate and take small portions. You can always go back for seconds.
On the tenth day of Christmas…
Eat the big meal early. Give yourself three clear hours of not eating before you go to bed to ensure food is digested and you sleep well.
On the eleventh day of Christmas…
Walk after mealtimes. This will not only aid with digestion but also kickstart your metabolism into burning off excess calories.
On the twelfth day of Christmas….
Wear clothes that are tight fitting on Christmas Day and Boxing Day. This way you’ll be alerted when that stomach starts to protrude and your sensible head will kick in to gear!
Above all, relax, enjoy and be merry!
Happy Christmas!