Help! It's the Holidays and I don't want to gain weight!
Many people trying to avoid holiday weight gain end up doing exactly what they shouldn’t: being overly restrictive during the most festive time of year. While their intentions to prevent weight gain (and perhaps shed a few pounds in the meantime) are good, being overly restrictive with food can backfire, especially during the holidays when we’re faced with indulgent food, festivities, and higher-than-normal stress levels. The keys to avoiding unwanted weight gain this time of year: Strive for balance and moderation when it makes sense . But also try not to abandon your healthy habits altogether, like drinking Shakeology and making time for your Beachbody On Demand workouts. You’ve worked too hard all year to just give up now and “restart” in the new year. Try implementing some of these simple strategies to make the hectic holiday months a bit more balanced. 11 Simple Strategies to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain 1. Stick with your healthy habits during the week.