The big dinner of Thanksgiving is coming up. Some of you are looking forward to the holiday, and some of you are not, and all of us have different reasons. Some of you have been trying hard to loose weight and you are looking at that day as a disaster for the sacrifice you have already done. Some of you are looking forward to the day of feasting cuz you have worked hard at loosing weight and you are taking a vacation from your diet that day. Many of you are going to try new recipes that you have found on the food channel or magazines and books. It’s also a great day cuz most of you will have the day off or a 4 day holiday.
Since this is a fitness article, I mainly deal with the physical when I write my articles. So, when it comes to over eating on Thanksgiving which practically everyone will do, I make the same suggestions. Enjoy the day and eat as you like, but cut your calories a few days before Thanksgiving and a few days after. Keep your exercise routine up.
Fitness however is not just about physical. Fitness is also about emotional health. The media advertises how great the holidays are, being with family and friends. However, the holidays are a time of great emotional distress and sadness for a lot of people. Many have absolutely nobody to spend Holidays with. Keep this in mind. Be kind to everyone around you, forgiving each other quickly. And above all, give thanks to the Lord, for He is good.
Laurie Jones
Personal trainer offering in home exercise training
Lauriesimplyfit.com
