Don’t let the holiday season derail your good habits!
Clear out your fridge of the leftover turkey and crank up the Christmas tunes – the holiday season is officially upon us. And while this month promises a calendar full of holiday parties, gift shopping and family visits, it also means that for some of us, workout routines take a back seat. To ensure you’re taking advantage of all the holiday season has to offer, tap into a few of these tips to maximize your time and keep your fitness routine intact.
There’s a reason that top-tier athletes aren’t hitting snooze when their alarms go off while it’s still dark outside. Starting your day off with some exercise is a healthy alternative to your morning coffee, stimulating your mind and flooding your body with endorphins. Plan on heading to bed an extra hour earlier and opt for an early-morning workout. Not a morning person? Try placing your alarm clock outside of arm’s reach – this will force you out of bed to shut off your alarm.
It’s no secret that getting up and out of your office mid-day is beneficial to your mental health and workday productivity. Free up your evenings during the holiday season with a 30-minute lunchtime workout. Not convinced that 30 minutes is enough time to get your sweat on? Trust us, can be just as effective.
The holidays are a time to reconnect with friends and family. Skip the post-work eggnog and choose a happy hour class instead!
The office holiday party is a quintessential staple of corporate culture during the holiday season. This year, swap out the holiday sweats but keep your dancing shoes on and schedule your office holiday party at one of your favorite dance studios. Get the entire company together for a cardio party and learn one of these choreographed routines at dance studios in your city.
Sure, you nailed your hometown turkey trot over the Thanksgiving holiday, but don’t let your running lose momentum there. Sign up for a 5k, 10k or half marathon this holiday season so that you have a goal to train for.
Like the NFL on Thanksgiving, the NBA owns Christmas Day. Grab your family and (weather permitting) head outside for a game of 3 on 3. Burn some calories and fuel some friendly competition before your holiday meal!
Last but not least, share the gift of this holiday season! We’ve made our list and checked it twice, and there’s a class for everyone, naughty or nice!