getting through your holiday week

I am back!!! We had a little computer issue and we are up and running again.  Apparently I can do this from my phone, but haven't figured that out yet...one step at a time.
This week is the kick off for the Holiday season and I want to be here to support you as well as give you some motivation to get through it and get through it with little or no guilt : ).

A few things you need to remember:

• Keep Moving- Make sure exercise is a priority.  Ultimately weight loss or weight maitenance is about calories in vs. calories out, if you stop exercising you are sure to add on a little weight over the holdiays.
• Remember  PORTION CONTROL and everything is OK in moderation.  
• Sit down and eat.  We tend to snack and eat as we bake or cook during the holidays so make sure to limit extra eating and snacking that you are not TOTALLY enjoying.  If you are going to splurge enjoy it to the fullest.
• Slow down and enjoy every bite.  We tend to go overboard when we get to eat things that are normally off limits. We enjoy the connection of family,  the comforting food, and the "cheating" on our healthy diets so we tend to over do it.  Pay attention to your body giving you the signal "I am full".
• Search for healthier alternative recipes for your meals and baking.  There are great options and alternatives out there.  
• If your goal is not weight loss, there are many things you can do to improve your holiday meals.  Choose fresh and local ingredients for your meal and all your baking, a local and/or free range turkey for your table, and wash it down with some organic wine or spirits.

Remember the holidays are part of your journey and you will run into them every year.  It is temporary so don't let it stand in the way of the goals you have set for yourself.

Check back for more tips to get you through the Holidays!