The holiday season is upon us! These next few days are filled with celebrations and it’s also a time when many people choose to get married. With multiple weddings, get-togethers, picnics, outings or even vacations, how does one resist overeating and avoid skipping workouts? You don’t necessarily need to be a monk. You can still enjoy yourself and keep your holidays healthy! Here are some simple tips to help you stay healthy while having fun at the same time!
On a Road Trip
- Pack some homemade snacks to eat on the way. Prepare sandwiches with multi-grain or whole wheat bread, plain or vegetable idlis, homemade cookies, cupcakes for kids, vegetable upma, boiled sprouts salad, chickpeas and so on.
- Take a variety of seasonal or your favorite fruits. Carry nuts to curb hunger pangs, which often arise out of boredom.
- Avoid roadside, high-calorie, unhealthy foods! They are not only unhealthy but can also be unhygienic depending on where you eat. Eating these in moderation won’t help either!
- Keep yourself well hydrated by drinking plain water. Carry juicy fruits like watermelon or litchis, or even better – coconut water or lemon juice.
- Avoid aerated, sugary drinks and caffeinated energy drinks as they are high in calories and provide zero nutritional value. These drinks can dehydrate your body, making you feel thirstier.
On a Long Vacation Away From Home
With a few careful steps, you can keep your holidays healthy while indulging in the local delicacies!
- Moderation is key! When visiting a new place, you’ll definitely want to try unique dishes the destination has to offer. Go ahead, eat them all-but choose wisely and maintain portion control. Start your day with a filling and healthy breakfast to help you manage this.
- Eat fruits and drink healthy beverages to stay full while you travel or explore. Avoid overstuffing yourself.
- While sightseeing, prefer walking or cycling wherever possible. It’s a fun way to burn calories and cover more ground.
While Attending Parties
- As a rule of thumb, don’t arrive too hungry or too full! If you’re too hungry, you might overeat, and if you’re too full, you won’t be able to savor all the delicious options available.
- Eat a healthy snack before leaving, such as a salad, sandwich, or fruit.
- Avoid eating while meeting and talking to other guests. You might lose track of how much food you’re consuming. Finish your conversations first, then eat carefully and mindfully.
- Opt for healthier alternatives, such as a green salad over a Russian salad, grilled items over fried items, or fruit-based desserts over rich, creamy ones.
Don’t Skip Exercising.
Even during the holidays, don’t skip exercising. You can do a light workout when you wake up or whenever you find time. Keep a resistance band handy, as it allows you to perform various exercises.
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Play it safe and play it wisely! If you keep everything in moderation, opt for healthy alternatives, and maintain an exercise routine, you can make your holidays both healthy and fun!
#BeTheForce
A vacation is a good time to enjoy and stay carefree but it can certainly take you a step back in your health and fitness journey, if you are not mindful. There’s no need to panic! We’ve got you covered with few effective yet practical things you can do to stay healthy on a vacation.
