Christmas Calories
It is NO surprise that new year resolutions follow a few weeks of over indulging in rich Christmas Food, Egg Nog and Cocktails!
Reportedly in the US Nutrition Review , 51% of weigh gain happens in the six weeks between Thanks Giving Day and the New Year! Whilst we don’t celebrate Thanksgiving, we do seem to start our Work Christmas parties in November.
So rather than sharing a recipe in this edition of EAT, I thought I would share some tips instead.
TIp 1. We have heard it all before, but the benefit of drinking water ( or soda water is even better!) between our alcoholic beverages is my number 1 pic. It slows you down, keeps you hydrated which can assist in avoiding the morning after fuzz!
Tip 2. Daily food journalling at this time of year is a great way to keep accountable. When you have to add up all the nibbles and drinks that you have consumed, it tends to slow you down! Be honest. I promise you it will slow you down.
Tip 3. Weigh in once a week. Those of you who know me well and who have trained with me will know I do not advocate jumping on the scales too regularly. However,a weekly weigh in will help keep you on track.
Tip 4. Trade Chrissy drinks with your friends for a game of beach cricket, or something more active first. Reduce your "drinking time" and enjoy the fresh air and exercise first.
And I am going to add this one – not so much as a tip, but as advice passed onto me from my mother! Keep your hands full to stop you from picking at platters! Love it – Ladies, take a clutch instead of an over the shoulder bag, and hold onto it!
Enjoy your Chrissy Parties. Remember, everything in moderation!