Although the Christmas and New Year period is the perfect excuse to enjoy, it does not mean that we have to completely abandon the exercise routine. Although going to the gym doesn’t have to be a priority, if we continue to exercise, we will feel the long-term benefits, and we can enjoy Christmas food and drinks without feeling guilty! Here are some tips and tricks to keep fit during Christmas . Don’t miss out!
Tips to keep fit at Christmas and not feel guilty
Take time to exercise
One of the most important tricks to staying in shape at Christmas is taking time to exercise . The holiday season brings with it a hectic social calendar, so finding time to exercise becomes a must. It is best to schedule it for first thing in the morning. In this way, we can take advantage of the rest of the day and we will not have to choose between Christmas meals or the treadmill.
Maintain a certain level of activity
Exercise does not have to be a full hour in the gym, just half an hour a day will suffice. If we try to take a brisk 20 minute walk, or run in the morning, it is a good solution . Even going to the ice skating rink in our city is a perfect excuse to socialize and exercise at the same time.
Release stress with yoga
Between shopping and attending our social events, the holiday season can be a bit stressful. Yoga is a great way to relax , while at the same time exercising our muscles.
Eat a balanced diet
This is easier said than done, especially during the holiday season. When preparing healthy meals, we should include extra servings and store them in the freezer as an alternative to ready-made meals when we don’t have time to cook.
Try HIIT workouts
Even if we are willing to exercise but do not have much time, high intensity interval training (HIIT) is an intense and super effective way to burn calories. The sessions usually last about half an hour, but we will work our body to the maximum to obtain excellent results.
Set realistic goals
From office parties to family reunions, our calendar won’t have as much free time as it normally does. It’s best to set goals that we know we can meet , like 30 minutes of exercise a day or days off, to avoid disappointment and stay motivated until the end of the new year.
Keeping your body toned with strength training
If we want to be defined and strong to stay in shape during Christmas, the best thing is that we try to maintain strength training so that we do not lose the muscle mass that we have worked on throughout the year. We should not focus on lifting light weights or cardiovascular exercise, we can burn the same calories lifting weights.
Get enough sleep
If we maintain a certain level of physical activity and attend social events at night, our body will not be able to keep up. We must ensure that we sleep at least eight hours a day, both for our physical and mental well-being.
