4 Tips to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain

1. Focus on the actual holiday
One of the main reasons so many people gain unwanted weight is due to the holiday season. If you eat your way through Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah and New Year’s, you’re bound to gain some pounds. If you allow yourself some indulgences on the actual date, you’re sure to keep the scale in check.

2. Have a strategy for special events
The holidays mean lots of parties, special events and festive occasions where indulgences abound. Check out these tips to party like a rock star without ruining your diet.

3. Keep moving
Don’t miss your workouts if at all possible. If you do, find other ways to keep moving. Take an extra lap around the mall, park your car as far as you can. All of that movement adds up. Exercise is also a great stress reducer…and we all know how stressful the holidays can be.

4. Destress when you can
Being stressed leads to over-eating. Whether it’s working out, getting a manicure or stopping for a quick shoulder massage at a mall kiosk. Build in some down time for yourself. It will enable you to enjoy the holidays.

What strategies do you use to avoid weight gain? I want to hear them!