I want to share with you my fast and easy tips you can use to have no fear when it comes to eating your favorite foods.
I wanted to make sure you didn't start to fall into the holiday weight gain slump this year... did you know the average holiday weight gain is between 6-10 lbs?
That's a lot of extra weight that you don't want to tack on top of the additional body fat you're already trying to burn off.
So here are a few tips you can use to prepare for the big feast that awaits you:
I wanted to make sure you didn't start to fall into the holiday weight gain slump this year... did you know the average holiday weight gain is between 6-10 lbs?
That's a lot of extra weight that you don't want to tack on top of the additional body fat you're already trying to burn off.
So here are a few tips you can use to prepare for the big feast that awaits you:
Try to front load your meal with a salad or fresh veggies to reduce your appetite when it comes to eating the heavy foods. If you can't do this, then at least eat slowly and wait a few minutes before courses so that your body has enough time to signal your brain that you're full... it typically takes 20 minutes, so take your time and put your fork down between bites!
If you can get in one of my 20-30 minute interval workout routines that morning before you start your day you will be able to better utilize all those calories and you will be far less likely to pack on body fat from the holiday feasts.
Don't go all day without eating in anticipation of filling your belly with pounds of ham, turkey, gravy, potatoes, pies, stuffing... it will only cause you to overeat and bloat your belly.
Desserts... what to do? It is the holidays and a time to enjoy yourself, but that doesn't mean you should set yourself back by eating a thousand calories worth of sweets. Instead, share a slice of your favorite pie with someone or opt for a bowl of fresh fruit. You'll feel more energetic and less "sluggish" if you don't set your body up to crash with all that sugar.
Make sure to enjoy all your favorite dishes, but only go for the ones you want the most first. You may find you get full after the first round.
Be Mindful of Portions
It is all about portion control. Train your stomach to not feel full. Full equals fat. Don't like the feeling of full. Instead go for slightly satisfied. This will allow you to enjoy the holidays without feeling deprived.
You can eat what you want, just don't eat to much of it. You want to taste food, not devour it. Small servings throughout the day. Break it down to mini meals. Your body will burn those calories and you will coast through this holiday. You will slip into that outfit and it will feel great!
We are beginning a weight management series for the holiday. I will be posting twice per week to help you stay on track. The theme for the holiday is Thinking Thin. My goal for you is to twofold. First to coast through the holidays without weight gain. Second is far more important. To adapt the principles of Mind Over Platter and think like a naturally thin person. It takes changing your mind set. Each topic that I am sharing with you is intended to break your old pattern and replace it with something better! Look for my posts twice per week starting this week.
Our first assignment is vital to your success. You must plan your meals. If you leave your food plan to chance you will be eating sugar all month long. There too many temptations surrounding you this month. If you need help planning your meals, visit Fatloss4Idiots website. Until then, take out a piece of paper and quickly outline what your typical food plan will look like. I eat the same thing daily because it's easy and it works!
