Weight Loss Article - Dieting and the Holidays

"Eat, drink and be merry?
Can I really do that while I'm trying to lose weight?"

Absolutely! In fact, we encourage it with some caveats. By "eat" we mean stay on the weight loss program as best you can; by "drink" we recommend water and juice, not booze; and by "be merry" we mean don't regret the inevitable short-term departure from your program.

Holidays and vacations are meant to be enjoyed. You prepare yourself for the occasion weeks ahead of time and when the time arrives it's impossible to not get caught up in the spirit of things. In the excitement of preparation and celebration we hope that you won't forget about your  program entirely. At the same time, we hope you won't ruin your vacation by being obsessed with all of the rules you have learned.

To further put your mind at ease, you should know that many customers were terrified of losing control during their vacations, yet pleasantly surprised when they returned to find that their weight and bodyfat ratio had either stayed the same or actually improved!

A regimen like this cannot go on forever so if you know that you are leaving for more than two weeks, you should carry your weight loss "kit" with you.
If your vacation is less than two weeks, the following holiday rules will do just fine:

Don't bother weighing yourself. You'll only drive yourself crazy. Your weight will fluctutate and by now you have learned that the scale matters little in the big scheme of things. Pay more attention to what you eat and how you feel. Ignore the temptation to hop on the scale.

Don't annoy your friends and family with your diet. They don't need to rearrange their holiday around your eating schedule or requirements. Try and conform to the meal at hand and if you must sneak one of your five meals in, go ahead and do it without sounding the horns. Take care of your needs, but don't expect everyone to adhere to your requirements.

The only rule you must follow when on vacation is to have frequent small meals with mixed nutrients. When you're on vacation, some people find themselves wandering for hours looking for a restaurant that will suit everybody. This means that you'll end up starving before you reach your food. If you are going out as a group for the day, stuff a sandwich, some fruit and perhaps a water bottle into your bag or purse.

Be sure to have a substantial breakfast and eat everything healthy you can lay your hands on. Don't worry, you will have ample time during your active day to burn every single calorie of your hearty breakfast. Should you anticipate a stagnant day of watching football on the couch, you may want to modify this rule.

By applying the few rules listed above, your holidays can be as enjoyable as long as you stay active. In addition, vacations and holidays are the perfect opportunity to satisfy your cravings without guilt!

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