After Thanksgiving Exercise and Weight Loss

Now that the feasting has subsided for the next 20 or so days, it is possible to lose weight in between Thanksgiving and Christmas.

First, you have to go back to practicing a few things:

1) Exercise – at least three to four times a week. Cardio for at least 30 minutes a day and alternate days with strength training (not picking up a fork). Shopping and walking does count as exercise. Especially, marathon shopping sessions.

2) Portion control. I know that Mama’s and Grandmama’s food was good this past week. I was an eager participant, but I did swap out candied sweet potatoes for a baked sweet potato. For dessert, one piece of caramel pound cake over all the other desserts.

3) Journaling – this kept me honest during the weekend and I didn’t gain any weight. Yes, it was a struggle, but well worth the effort. Little tweaks go a long way.

4) Planning – really plan out your strategy for eating and exercising, help keep you honest. I really set a reminder in my Outlook Calendar for exercise and eating. It helps prevent mindless eating and forces me to go for that walk, go to the gym, etc.

5) Visualize – see yourself Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve in that slinky outfit and most importantly, not having packed on the dreaded holiday 20 pounds....

I wish everyone a lovely Holiday Season. If you have any good suggestions on keeping the weight off during the holidays, let me know.

Peace and Love,

Sandals