Today is Turkey Day!! I want to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and also provide a few tips on enjoying Thanksgiving without going up in dress size.
First off, portion control is very important. That second helping of mac&cheese or mashed potato's is very tempting but just keep in mind your fitness goals. Do not eat too much at once. This will not only cause weight gain but also fatigue. Fatigue will lead to you moving less, which means you won't be burning calories. If you are currently trying to lose weight or maintain your weight then portion control is what you need to keep in mind! If your not sure how big your portions should be then you can find out at www.mypyramid.gov.
Secondly, keep moving. You may not have time today to do a full workout or even a partial one for that matter, but if you avoid being stationary for hours at a time you can burn some excess calories. Mingle with your guests and family, turn up the music and dance, or watch the football game and jump 10 times when your favorite team scores and do 10 push ups when the opposing team scores. What ever you do just keep moving.
Curb your alcohol consumption!! It's alright to have a drink or two but remember that alcohol is just empty calories. Not only will it contribute to weight gain but excessive drinking also comes with deadly consequences.
Keep all this in mind this Thanksgiving and have a wonderful day!! :)
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