Spirit of the Holidays - Over Indulgence

Everyone is busily going about their merry way in anticipation of the upcoming holiday season of parties, parties, parties.

Don’t get me wrong it feels great to be involved in happy endeavors, getting together with family and friends. Anything that takes your mind off of the everyday routine and gets you into the spirit of the holidays, has to be great, right? However, I do have to be the voice of reason and caution about over indulgence” in eating, during this holiday season.

There are going to be spreads of food everywhere, with everyone offering hundreds of delectable homemade items at your office and at your relatives. It will be easy to slip into the mindset and routine of I can eat it now and worry about losing weight in the New Year.

Sadly enough, this rarely works and we pack on more pounds than we intended. So, why not eat in moderation now, do a little maintenance workout and keep those pesky holiday pounds at bay.

It is very simple. Really, only eat the food items that are special to you this season. If you can get chocolate cake any old time, don’t indulge, but go for something you don’t get all the time and really savor it. It is true a minute on the lips, means years on the hips.

Think, only 30 to 50 minutes of exercise each and every day, will allow you to have those special treat. Go with the mindset, no exercise, no treats. I know this sounds harsh, but you will look and feel better without those extra pounds.

Enjoy this holiday season in moderation!

Peace and Love,

Sandals

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