3 Ways To Keep The Pounds Off This Holiday Season

Are you worried about weight management this holiday season? Our customized weight loss programs and Calgary personal trainers can help keep you focused on all your fitness goals. 


While the holiday season is a great excuse for Canadians to spend some quality time with their friends and family, many also report feeling overwhelmed during this period.

This can have some negative effects on your life and lead you to:

  • neglect your self-care practices.
  • make unhealthy decisions about your nutrition.
  • experience increased stress levels.
  • gain weight.

Don’t get side-tracked this holiday season!

At DreamBody, we can help keep you on track and focused on all your fitness and weight management goals this upcoming season.

Whether you want to work out in a gym or from the comfort of your own home, our Calgary personal trainers can design customized weight loss programs to help you achieve dramatic, yet sustainable results for a great body all year round.

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3 Weight Management Tips To Stay Healthy This Holiday Season

The holiday season is a great time to get together with friends and family, so you should certainly enjoy them. However, what’s also important is keeping your health and fitness a priority.

To help you stay on top of your health goals this season, here are three simple and easy weight management tips to follow:

1. KEEP A FOOD DIARY

Keeping a food diary is one of the most effective weight management tools because it allows you to keep track of the number of calories you are eating. It can also help you:

  • become more aware of what you put in your body, allowing you to adjust your diet accordingly for maximum results.
  • stay accountable when it comes to your weight loss program.
  • learn how to control your calories for maximum weight loss.
  • identify situations when you binge, leading to a healthier lifestyle.
  • keep a hard, objective record that can help inspire change.

Whether your goal is to lose weight this holiday season, manage a health condition, or simply maintain a healthy diet, investing time and effort in a food diary will help you achieve your personal goals successfully.

2. PLAN ONE ACTIVE OUTING BEFORE EVERY HOLIDAY CELEBRATION

While you are adding those holiday dinners and parties to your calendar, make sure to pencil in one or two active outings into your schedule as well. Some activities you may want to consider include:

  • A holiday race
  • Coordinating a family hike
  • A special workout class with your friend(s)

Participating in a fitness activity before a big celebration is one of the best ways to stick to your weight management goals this festive season.

3. DON’T WAIT UNTIL JANUARY TO START EXERCISING

It has been shown that frequent exercise usually drops to it lowest point during the months of October-December. This makes NOW the perfect time to get to know your way around a new gym and build healthy habits that will last for years to come.

Find an exercise class you like, embark on a weight loss program, or introduce yourself to a new personal trainer  - with fewer people exercising, you’re bound to get the attention you need to start your fitness journey with a bang!

REMEMBER: Getting your foot in the door will give you a jump-start on your New Year’s resolutions. Plus, exercising during the holidays is a great way to relieve stress and offset those extra holiday treats!

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To find out more about how our Calgary personal trainers can help develop a customized fitness and weight loss program for you, keeping you healthy and slim this holiday season, contact DreamBody at 403-612-3538 or fill in our online contact form.

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Paul Anthony

Calgary personal trainer · Founder of Dreambody

Paul Anthony is a Calgary personal trainer, the founder of Dreambody and a world champion natural bodybuilder. He won the 2003 World Championship in New York City, the first Canadian ever to win the title, and has helped 151 novice athletes earn their pro cards. Paul coaches clients one-on-one in Calgary and online.

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