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With the holiday season comes parties, dinners, baking and usually some extra pounds. Try using these 5 tips for healthy holiday eating and keep your fitness goals on track.

ONE — Never go to a party hungry

When we are hungry we tend to eat faster and consume more of Mom’s oh so yummy shortbread cookies. Consider having a healthy snack or light meal before you go out to a party to curb those cravings and help prevent bingeing

TWO – Portion Control, Portion Control, Portion Control

As with everything moderation is always important. It’s a special time of year, don’t deprive yourself but treat yourself to a nice drink or dessert without feeling guilty but select a smaller portion size. And for goodness sake skip the second and third helpings.

THREE - Try other versions of alcohol

Instead of beer, Bailey’s and Kahlua, try a dry wine, Bloody Mary or
spirit. Use diet soda’s to mix for fewer calories. Again moderation is key. Alcohol slows the metabolism so don’t get carried away if weight loss (or preventing weight gain over the holidays) is your goal.

FOUR – Stay Hydrated

We tend to drink a lot at holiday parties and family gatherings. Both alcohol and coffee can dehydrate your body so make it a rule of thumb to drink a glass of water between every drink or two.

FIVE – Stay Active

The last time I checked the “Holidays” consisted of about 3-4 days on the calendar. Do not take a 2 week holiday from your exercise routine as so many find the excuse to do. Take long brisk walks with your loved ones and enjoy their company this holiday season. Look at it this way, if you are going to work you should be able to fit 30 minutes of exercise into your day.

SIX – If you’re in charge of dinner use some lower fat options

Lower the fat content in your cooking by using a lower fat option.
Substitutions include:

1 whole egg equals 2 egg whites
Low fat plain yogurt or low fat sour cream instead of regular Sour cream
Skim or 1% milk for 2% and homo milk
Frozen yogurt or gelatos instead of the high fat ice cream
Low fat whipped topping intead of the regular stuff
Heavy cream can be substituted with 2 tablespoons flour whisked into 2 cups skim milk
Choose Low-fat cheese (Fat-free cheese does not melt well)

Quote: “Nothing tastes as good as being healthy and fit feels.”

HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM SKYHIGH FITNESS!!!

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