How to Stay Healthy over the Holiday Season: 4 Easy Tips

Hey Everyone,


Did you know the average American will gain 1-2 lbs from Thanksgiving to Christmas. This may not sound like a big deal but 1-2 lbs per year can add up!!

In light of the holiday season, I wanted to post about 
4 Simple tips to stay healthy over the holiday season.


1. Moderation

• Holiday's are a special time for families to get together and spend quality time. By all means enjoy the time you spend and indulge on some of Grandma's mashed potatoes. However, keep in mind that moderation is key! 
• If you plan on having a large thanksgiving meal, try to avoid a large Thanksgiving breakfast of pancakes, muffins, cakes.. etc. Eat your normal smaller portioned breakfast and lunch, that way you wont hurt your diet completely and are less likely to overdo it. 

2. Portion Control

• Try to eat off a smaller plate and make it colorful! 
• Have fun on thanksgiving by loading up on the greens and veggie sides. (like side salads, green beans, roasted cauliflower) 
• Before you jump in for seconds, wait 10 minutes, drink some water, and enjoy spending time with loved ones. Sometimes that's really all it takes. 
• Your already eating a stuffed turkey, so why feel like one??

3. Bring your own healthy alternatives

• If your spending thanksgiving with Grandma and dreading her butter loaded mashed potatoes, offer to bring a healthy side! 
• Here are some awesome healthy sides that you will feel great about eating. 
•  Click this link to see 44 Healthy sides recipes  

4. Get active!

• So much of the holidays is sharing food with family, why not start a new tradition and get active with your loved ones! 
• Stop watching the football game and go play your own! 
• Have a 3-legged race! 
• Play some wii fit games.
• Or just go for a walk in this beautiful fall weather. 

I hope these 4 simple tips help you stay healthy and happy on during this holiday season.

Till next time.....
-Kate

KATE TALK SERIES: The Powerful benefits of working out

Hey Everyone,

I wanted to introduce a new series called Kate talks. This will be the first of many discussions where I will be discussing your questions as well as inspirational bits and gym motivation.

Today's Kate talk is the power of working out. 

It all started this week, when I noticed the wear and tear I was putting on my only pair of sneakers.

At first I was upset and found myself looking around at girls who were wearing lululemon or the newest nike sneakers. But I quickly realized that those material clothing items really don't mean anything. I'm not denying that these material items can't provide short term motivation, but for me they dont keep me going in the long run.

At the end of the day the clothing on my back is not pushing me through the last rep or the last minute of sprints.

Picture after a late night workout

It is my body that reflects the hard work that I have put in. No money can buy it, you cant just "inherit" it, or borrow it. You have to hold onto it with constant work. I find that my body is a reflection of the promises I make to myself. It signifies my discipline and self-respect. More importantly, it demonstrates patience, work ethic, and a pure passion.

When you find yourself getting caught in life's static, I find that weight lifting can be the best tool to keep you grounded. I hope it will bring you all of these powerful skills like it has given me.

Until next time....
-Kate

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