Maybe it's just a human nature, but for some reason, we love to use holidays and special occassions as an excuse to go ickey baloockey. Around holidays we tend to give ourselves "get of diet free cards" and use these annual celebrations as an excuse to eat how much of whatever we would like. And this time of year, the Easter bunny comes calling with all of his sweet treats. But the truth is, Easter is one of the WORST holidays to splurge because of its timing. With swimsuit season leaking just around the corner, early spring is no time to lose ground with so little time to make it up.
I am in my own personal struggle right now to get my bikini body just in time for summer. I tried it one on shamelessly in front of my full-length mirror. I must say, I was impressed with my progess, but still scoffed at the annoying fat around my sides and belly. I thought to myself, "Must stay away from Easter candy!"
This is a time when we weight loss hopefuls must stay focused with our eyes on the prize. Tell yourself, that candy won't fill me up, offers no nutritional value and will inhibit my weight loss. Here's a helpful hint for avoiding mindlessly stuffing your face with Easter candy. When the temptation arises (such as someone comes to work with a basket of treats) chew a piece of gum instead. This works for me in almost any situation. It gives me that sensation that I am eating something, without all the calories.
But the one good thing about Spring, is the weather really opens the doors for when, where and how we can work out. I jumped at the chance to run outside on a newly discovered trail today. Take this opportunity to visit nearby trails and parks to liven things up a bit. Move your squats and jump rope routines outside. Hey, you may even get a headstart on your summer tan. Wow, what a bonus.
Don't let these holidays and special occassions sabatoge your weight loss, let the weather enhance them.
Happy Easter, Happy Losing,
K
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