EVERYDAY
- My number 1 tip is to be CONSISTENT. Take baby steps and gain momentum.
- It takes 21 days for form a habit.
- Eating more protein keeps you full long and boosts energy, which leads to overall weight loss.
- Sleep is important. Those who sleep less than 8 hours a night have a 45% higher risk of being overweight.
- If you need extra protein in your diet, try adding cottage cheese to your mashed potatoes.
- Just say NO to soda. All diet sodas contain fructose, which cannot be broken down into energy, and is therefore stored as fat in the body.
- You could lose an extra 6 pounds by keeping a food journal. Input what you eat IMMEDIATELY afterward; and you'll be more aware of what you're eating than if you record at the end of the day. Connect with me on myfitnesspal.com/maria365
- People who eat breakfast are more likely to maintain a healthy weight and generally feel better throughout the day. Skipping breakfast can put your body into "starvation mode", causing your body to store your next meal as fat.
- Clementines make a great snack: At 35 calories each, they’re a smart way to satisfy your sweet tooth. Because they’re rich in vitamin C, which improves skin tone, they boost beauty and help ward off colds.
- Breathing correctly while exercising helps ignite the burning of fat.
HOLIDAYS
Take time for yourself. Although spending time with friends and family is essential, it's also important to have at least five minutes to yourself to relax. Try practicing deep breathing exercise when you feel stressed out.
- Don't set unrealistic exercise goals. Aim to exercise 20 minutes a day instead of an hour. You'll be sure to get at least 20 minutes of exercise per day without feeling disappointed if you do not complete an hour.
- Enlist a friend or family member to exercise with you. Walking and talking with a friend can be a great way to burn extra calories and reduce your stress level. For extra accountability, request to join my private FB group, I have almost 100 people focusing on their health & fitness EVERY DAY! https://www.facebook.com/groups/147417735425442/
- Create new, more active traditions. Instead of throwing a dessert or cocktail party, try snowshoeing or ice-skating as an alternate holiday event. Play powder puff football or build a snowman.
- Don't try to lose weight or stick to a restrictive diet this holiday season. If you enjoy your favorite foods in small portions, you'll feel more satisfied. Trying to stay away from certain foods may leave you feeling deprived, which may cause you to eat more than you intended to.
- Drink plenty of water. Although the cold weather may make you less inclined to grab a glass of water, it is just as important in the winter as it is during the summer. Water helps counter the dehydrating effects of travel or drinking alcoholic beverages, and it may also help satiate your appetite since thirst is often mistaken for hunger.
- Spread out meals. Don't feel like you have to eat everything at once. Try eating dinner early and then taking a walk before sitting down for dessert.
- Don't overdo it with alcohol or caffeine. These stimulants will only cause you more grief in the end by adding to your feelings of stress. Try drinking hot herbal tea instead of coffee, and keep the number of alcoholic drinks to a minimum.
- Don't aim for perfection, and enjoy the imperfections. There is no such thing as the perfect party or the perfect decorations or the perfect way to spend the holidays. Don't set yourself up for disappointment by placing unrealistic demands on yourself.
- Laugh. Laughing is a great tension reliever. It burns calories, reduces stress and usually means that you're enjoying yourself.
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