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Achieving Post Holiday Weight Loss

04-02-2013 / By: Easy Life

Most people experience weight gain over the holidays. We tend to eat more than our share. Who can resist the holiday desserts and extravagant meals? But who can fight the disappointment of the extra weight we’ve consequently put on?  As frustrating as a little extra flab may be, there are things you can do to get back on track. From juicing to exercise, here are a few ideas to cleanse your body and work off those unwanted holiday pounds.


Curb your cravings of sweets with water. People often mistake thirst for hunger, so next time you feel like noshing, reach for water first. Drinking also helps you feel full. Some experts suggest sipping water (or iced tea) just before you sit down to a meal. Continue drinking as you eat to add volume and weight to your meal.


Establish realistic and healthy weight-loss goals. One or two pounds a week maximum is doable. Top weight-loss programs advocate stopping after the first 10 pounds and maintaining that loss for about six months before trying to lose any more.


Allow some room for exercise in your schedule. If you don’t like working out alone, find a workout buddy. Reach out to a friend, relative or co-worker to see if he or she would like to exercise with you several times a week. Post holiday workout buddies are especially helpful because they are usually motivated by the same goals and want to return to their ideal weight as soon as possible.


Make several changes in your eating habits. For instance, if you felt you’ve eaten too much sweets and carbohydrates, make some cutbacks. Downsize your portions and don’t finish your plate.  A healthy post holiday weight loss plan might include limiting the number of times you eat out. You can better control your eating at home, so plan to grocery shop at least once a week and stock your fridge with healthy food options. Fruits, vegetables, fish, nuts, seeds and low-calorie snacks are good options.


Be careful of your alcohol choices.  Celebrations and family get-togethers provide plenty of opportunities to imbibe, but choosing the right drink can help relieve your post-holiday sick feeling. Limit yourself to one or two drinks in a sitting, and opt for wine, vodka with a low-sugar mixer, or a dry cider. Skip alcoholic beverages such as margaritas, the punch bowl, and beer.


 
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