Having kids, obligations, work, and stressing about finances is part of almost everyone's daily life. Let's consider the added stresses and temptations of the holiday season approaching, and we are way overwhelmed. Most people have the idea of beginning a "diet" and exercise routine in January, "As soon as the new year is here, I am getting in shape", we have all said that at some point in our life. For many of us, we have said it every year, over and over again, and before you know, it is March and you have yet to start.
What's wrong with beginning that resolution now? Incorporating a few things in your life now can make the difference between success and failure in the New Year. If you are not participating in any exercise routine at all right now, the best thing to do is begin! You don't have to overwhelm yourself with a 5 day a week workout at this point, but what is extremely beneficial is -3 days a week -30 minutes a day- of some type of cardio workout. I can think of three ways, right off the top of my head, of why it’s a good idea: 1. it will help you deal with holiday stress 2. It prepares your body for that more intense routine you are planning. 3. YOU should be doing this anyway for general health.
The next way you could be starting the resolution early is through some calorie cutting, increasing water intake, and saving the "holiday temptations" for Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day only. The time in between make healthier choices. I always say if you can maintain your weight during the holiday season that is success!
