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Holiday Sanity: A Healthy Recipe
By Carolyn Nutovic | | |
The
holiday season is approaching. Most of us look forward to, and dread,
the holidays for our own combination of reasons. I eagerly await the
arrival of my family and friends, as I often host one of the meals. On
the other hand, I dread the disruption of my routines and the late
nights spent shopping, cooking and cleaning up. My exercise routine and
eating habits are typically derailed. I feel fatigued and frustrated,
and then resigned. Do we have to resign ourselves to the customary
seven-12 pound weight gain from November through January, or can we
choose to break the cycle?
Whether
you are hosting company, or are the one visiting, the holiday season is
wonderful and stressful at the same time. What is the recipe for
staying sane and healthy at this time of year? The first key ingredient
is a good sleeping schedule. Try to get as many hours of sleep as you
normally do. Sleep is critical especially during the holiday season
because we're handling extra stresses and fighting cold and flu viruses
as well. Also, going to bed and getting up earlier will give you time in
the morning to get organized.
Make
a plan for each day, and include time for real meals and exercise. A
"real meal", the next ingredient for holiday sanity, is one that
includes protein, carbohydrates and vegetables. Regrettably, chocolate
is not its own food group. During the holidays, I find it easiest to
have a granola bar and half a banana, and then work out first thing in
the morning. Usually the day gathers steam after that and it's nearly
impossible to find time to exercise.
What
about exercise? What if you're visiting someone? Weather permitting,
you can jog or walk every day. Remember to pack the right shoes! Getting
outside will give you a break from what's going on indoors and help you
sleep better too. Throughout the day, volunteer to help with an errand
and park at the outer reaches of the parking lot to maximize the
physical effort. Be the one to get supplies from the basement and go up
and back a few extra times. Hint: the basement is where many people keep
their fitness equipment, so spend a half hour using the treadmill or
stationary bike. Keep moving and don't give in to watching a lot of
television.
What
if the weather is icy and nasty, and your arthritis is acting up?
Chair-based exercise programs have gained in popularity in recent years.
Many Baby Boomers are discovering the benefits of chair-based yoga,
which can help build and sustain strength and flexibility. Yoga is a
great stress-reliever, and there are many DVDs available showing safe,
accessible routines. The Resistance Chair also offers a total body
workout, and is portable and convenient. You can work all your major
muscle groups following the instructional DVDs, and it fits right into
the trunk of your car or easily stows in your RV. You can take your home
gym on the road with you.
This year, let's enjoy the bounty of the holidays with joy, and without excess. We
can create order in chaotic, stressful days. We can approach each day
with a plan, and choose healthier ingredients. Change is possible.
C.S. Lewis wrote:
This year, time's nature will no more defeat you
This time they will not lead you round and back,
To Autumn, one year older, by the well worn track.
A healthy and happy holiday season to all!
Carolyn
Nutovic is a certified personal trainer with the National Academy of
Sports Medicine and a customer service representative at VQ ActionCare,
developers of the complete at-home Resistance ChairÆ exercise system for mature adults. For more information please visit, www.vqactioncare.com. Carolyn may be contacted at (877) 368-6800 or via email at cnutovic@vqactioncare.com. |
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Healthy Holiday Eating Tips | | |
- Don't go to a party hungry:
We often eat faster and more when we are hungry, therefore eat a
wholesome breakfast and lunch on the day to avoid overeating at the
party.
- Watch your portion:
Treat yourself to a nice drink, dessert, chocolate or sweets without
guilt, but always watch your portion size. Go for small portions.
This way you can sample all the different foods. Moderation is always
key.
- Make a conscious choice to limit high fat items:
High fat food items can be found in fried food, cream-based soup,
cheese-filled casseroles, pies, processed meats such as salami and
sausages, some pastries and baked goods.
- Try different versions of egg nog:
Traditional egg nog is usually made with egg yolk and thick cream.
Google "low fat egg nog" and you will find lots of low fat egg nog
recipes. If you buy commercial egg nog, you will be delighted to find
low-fat or fat-free egg nog out there - even soy nog!
- Try other versions of alcohol:
Instead of beer, cider, Bailey's and Kahlua, try dry wine, Bloody Marys
or spirits with diet mixer which have fewer calories. Remember:
Calories from alcohol tend to be stored in the abdomen. People who are
overweight actually gain weight more easily when they consume alcohol.
- Drink plenty of water: Alcohol and coffee can dehydrate your body.
- Physical activity: Take nice brisk walks with your loved ones and enjoy their company in the holiday season.
(Courtesy of www.heathcastle.com) |
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Andrew Siminoff
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