Start 2012 Feeling Good!
Tuesday November 29, 2011
If you missed my last Friday post, the pic above was there & wanted to share again because it is the real thing. I also discussed the word "fail" over at the Friday post which was about post holiday help. I am sure a lot of you were not blogging or even on social media that day so if you want some ideas to get back to it, check it out!
I think the 2 biggest things people do are:
1. Decide that the holidays will be filled with parties & get togethers so they might as well "give it up" until January
OR
2. Decide that they screwed up & they might as well give up.
Here is what I say to both of these: NO! Are you kidding me - NOT!!!
Seriously, if you are even thinking of one of the above - don't do it! Would you rather start 2012 at the same weight or maybe 1-2 pounds over versus 5 pounds over? There is no reason not to just keep plugging away at your weight loss plan now & right thru the holidays. Feel good about how you start the new year.
I know that news reports are saying people really only gain 1 pound thru the holidays. I have no idea who those people are or maybe they are 6' tall. From experience, I can tell you that a 5'1" person can gain 5 pounds in a week eating like it was a holiday!!!
Weight Loss & maintenance is all about consistency & patience. Keep at it no matter what! Plan for events & parties & get togethers so you can figure out how to fit in some exercise. Maybe you eat a bit stricter than normal leading up to events or parties or go for a walk before or after the event. Something is always better than nothing!
You can make it thru the holidays is you try!!! Don't use the excuse thing like I found over at Carb Tripper's place!
What is your plan to get thru the holidays in tact & without starting 2012 feeling UGH???
If you missed my last Friday post, the pic above was there & wanted to share again because it is the real thing. I also discussed the word "fail" over at the Friday post which was about post holiday help. I am sure a lot of you were not blogging or even on social media that day so if you want some ideas to get back to it, check it out!
I think the 2 biggest things people do are:
1. Decide that the holidays will be filled with parties & get togethers so they might as well "give it up" until January
OR
2. Decide that they screwed up & they might as well give up.
Here is what I say to both of these: NO! Are you kidding me - NOT!!!
Seriously, if you are even thinking of one of the above - don't do it! Would you rather start 2012 at the same weight or maybe 1-2 pounds over versus 5 pounds over? There is no reason not to just keep plugging away at your weight loss plan now & right thru the holidays. Feel good about how you start the new year.
I know that news reports are saying people really only gain 1 pound thru the holidays. I have no idea who those people are or maybe they are 6' tall. From experience, I can tell you that a 5'1" person can gain 5 pounds in a week eating like it was a holiday!!!
Weight Loss & maintenance is all about consistency & patience. Keep at it no matter what! Plan for events & parties & get togethers so you can figure out how to fit in some exercise. Maybe you eat a bit stricter than normal leading up to events or parties or go for a walk before or after the event. Something is always better than nothing!
You can make it thru the holidays is you try!!! Don't use the excuse thing like I found over at Carb Tripper's place!
What is your plan to get thru the holidays in tact & without starting 2012 feeling UGH???
Posted by truth2beingfit at 11/28/2011 9:55 PM 
Categories: Motivation/Support, Fitness, Weight Loss, Awareness, Holidays, Exercise, Inspiration, Dieting, Challenges, Holiday Eating, Tips
Tags: patience holiday weight help holiday healthy eating tips holiday help holiday health tips weight loss maintenance Weight Loss no excuses awareness planning
Categories: Motivation/Support, Fitness, Weight Loss, Awareness, Holidays, Exercise, Inspiration, Dieting, Challenges, Holiday Eating, Tips
Tags: patience holiday weight help holiday healthy eating tips holiday help holiday health tips weight loss maintenance Weight Loss no excuses awareness planning
After cutting out *everything* the first year and having a semi-miserable holiday, I've learned to eat as squeaky clean as I can if I'm not at a party or event (which, sadly, is about 95% of the time between now and the new year) and to keep to my exercise schedule.
With that, I'm off to the gym at 5-freaking-30 a.m.!
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I hear you Cammy & already back from the gym!
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Love the excuse chart!!!
My plan to get through the holidays...? I just keep listening to the little Dr. J on my shoulder. He speaks softly, but in hard words
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Yes, Roy, Dr. J has a way with words!!!
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Enjoying the time, everything doesn't have to be about the food!!! And making time for me, to cook like I need to, to work out like I enjoy, I even think Santa Karla is going to drop bye and get me new gym shoes
I feel too good inside my skin right now at this point in my life to throw it all away!!! I have come too far, and I know now how great I can feel. food only is for a few moments, but feeling good about myself lasts a heck of a lot longer than food!!
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Karla - LOVED your comment! Thank you!
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I'll admit it - in the past I often did exactly that during the holiday season. Not this year. I just won't/can't do that again. But, honestly, my plan is to do stick with routine and healthy eating but allow myself to splurge at the social gatherings. I know this is less than ideal. But, baby steps.
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Karen - you are doing great! I no you will do fine!
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I don't know, for me, I just keep working our and eating a normal amount of food and my weight stays level.
I suspect that our focused trinity of you, Roy, and the wholly doctor will get through this season just fine
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I think you may be right Dr. J! Like you, I just do my thing year round!
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My huge down fall is the finger food....I just love it so much but it is so high in calories and once you are by the food table I just keep munching...bad bad bad. I try to avoid the table altogether or grab a small plate and leave.
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Sian, yes, maybe stay away, keep a glass of water in one hand & a conversation with another in the other!
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heehee - love it!
I made that chart last year....
Cuz it really was true!
Now - I work everyday to make better things happen.
You are good for me in that regard.
You are a strong and smart person!
A real inspriration!
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Anne - you are amazing! I would have no idea how to even make that chart! We are all trying to make better things happen! You are doing it! You are too sweet!!!! Thank you!
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VERY wise advice!
And yeah, the holidays are a challenge, but there's no need to abandon all common sense. Indulge a bit, skip a workout or two, but get right back to your routine. And hey, you can even bank a few really really good days here and there to make up for celebrations to come, and you'll be much happier come january.
Great post!
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Yes, Crabby - it is doable if we really want it! I plan to start 2012 ahead of the game!
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My plan is not to gain any weight during the holidays. That is totally doable if I just keep the cookies in check!
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Lori - I have trouble staying away from the cookies I love but a good thing I plan for them & leave it to the weekends!
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Holidays are not going to bother me this year. 1 Day down and a few more to go I say. I love my health too much and how I feel to much to do any damage.
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Sheri - it shows!!!!!! I love where you are right now!
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