Thanksgiving is such a wonderful holiday. Family, friends, and yes, FOOD! Lots of it. I know that many of us work hard throughout the year to reach goals, and one day doesn't have to put you back a week, or two...
This is a special time of the year. The foods are rich, the drinks are plentiful, and we seem to wander on through the holiday on this rotating conveyor belt that inevitably leads us to the table that served us. If you plan accordingly at the start of the week, you can even out the caloric intake that will come later and hop right back on your work-out horse (or at least the jeans that you rode in on).
Monday - Start the day off with a work out and plan an extra 15 minutes. At the end of the day, try and squeeze in a power-walk at the mall/grocery store for some last minute holiday and/or grocery shopping. Getting moving after your dinner will boost that metabolism, and you can check off one more item from your to-do list.
Tuesday - Keep your normal work-out routine and add those extra 15 minutes again. At meal times, go light and easy. It's amazing what a day of fresh fruits and vegetables will do for you. Lean cuts of meat (either steak or chicken) a-top a smartly designed salad can be just as fulfilling as richer meals. Remember, the more pleasing it looks to the eye, the better chance you'll enjoy it- so have fun with your dinner presentation!
Wednesday - Lots of water and keep moving! You'll probably have several last minute things to take care of so staying active shouldn't be too difficult. If you happen to be hosting Thanksgiving at your house, 45 minutes of good thorough housework will shed an extra 200 calories- so whistle while you work!
Thursday - If it's possible, get in a morning work-out. Don't skip any meals, and in between, choose healthy snacks to tide you over until the big meal. Enjoy your day! After thanksgiving meal, try a short walk or stroll before you settle in to hibernate and football frenzy.
**Try cutting 200 calories a day until Turkey day. Those 600 calories will cover a healthy portion of turkey, side of mashed potatoes, cornbread stuffing, green bean casserole, and cranberry sauce!**
This is a special time of the year. The foods are rich, the drinks are plentiful, and we seem to wander on through the holiday on this rotating conveyor belt that inevitably leads us to the table that served us. If you plan accordingly at the start of the week, you can even out the caloric intake that will come later and hop right back on your work-out horse (or at least the jeans that you rode in on).
Monday - Start the day off with a work out and plan an extra 15 minutes. At the end of the day, try and squeeze in a power-walk at the mall/grocery store for some last minute holiday and/or grocery shopping. Getting moving after your dinner will boost that metabolism, and you can check off one more item from your to-do list.
Tuesday - Keep your normal work-out routine and add those extra 15 minutes again. At meal times, go light and easy. It's amazing what a day of fresh fruits and vegetables will do for you. Lean cuts of meat (either steak or chicken) a-top a smartly designed salad can be just as fulfilling as richer meals. Remember, the more pleasing it looks to the eye, the better chance you'll enjoy it- so have fun with your dinner presentation!
Wednesday - Lots of water and keep moving! You'll probably have several last minute things to take care of so staying active shouldn't be too difficult. If you happen to be hosting Thanksgiving at your house, 45 minutes of good thorough housework will shed an extra 200 calories- so whistle while you work!
Thursday - If it's possible, get in a morning work-out. Don't skip any meals, and in between, choose healthy snacks to tide you over until the big meal. Enjoy your day! After thanksgiving meal, try a short walk or stroll before you settle in to hibernate and football frenzy.
**Try cutting 200 calories a day until Turkey day. Those 600 calories will cover a healthy portion of turkey, side of mashed potatoes, cornbread stuffing, green bean casserole, and cranberry sauce!**
1 comment:
I decided to go another route... eat bad all week and then not feel as guilty about Thanksgiving due the guilt levels of the other days. (kind of like drinking more wine up before a big party so you have a better tolerance) (hmmm, I think I need to go open some wine to prepare for Thanksgiving)
But great info, thanks for sharing :)
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