7 Tips to stay fit during the holidays!

 

Want To Avoid Holiday Weight Gain?
Health experts, warn that the additional pounds people gain during the holidays are not easily shed. Here are a few tips to avoid gaining the additional pounds

1) Make most of your holiday shopping

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  • Take 1 or 2 power walks around the mall before you enter
  • Park away from the mall. Not only will this solve your parking problem but will also force you to walk the extra mile

2) Remember to take a brisk walk

  •  Make it a habit to go for a mini walk around your home or office after every large meal. Its also a great way to keep the conversation going

3) Remember the liquid calories

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  •  Holiday parties are notorious for free flowing alcohol and yummy cocktails. Limit yourself to just 1 or 2
  • Drink water or fresh fruit juice instead

4) Find workouts that you can do from your home

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  • http://www.fitarrow.com/workout-from-office-without-anyone-knowing/

5) Make it a Family event

Football with family

  • Make fitness fun-Play badminton with your better half. Plan a football match with your family and friends

6) Watch what you eat

  •  Eat a small meal before the big party
  •  Use a smaller plate. Eat at a slower pace
  •  If friends and family insist on you having the second portion, make sure you take a break before the 1st and the 2nd helping of food. This ensures that your body has enough time to tell you whether you’re full or not

7) Last but not the least- Keep yourself Hydrated

  •  Not only does it help you replenish lost fluids in your body, it also prevents hangovers from setting in after consuming a considerable amount of alcohol at parties