Simple Fitness Tips To Survive the Holidays
Don't just survive the holidays. You can thrive them!
The holidays are here, almost. I mean some are already talking about their tree!
Seriously can we have Thanksgiving first?
A lot of people start to feel anxious this time of year too…
They worry that a few weeks of parties or missed workouts will erase all their progress.
Here’s the truth: you don’t need to be perfect to thrive, just consistent enough to keep your momentum.
Here are a few simple things to keep in mind during the holidays to keep your momentum.
Move your body every day (even if it’s not a workout)
It doesn’t have to be a full gym session. Take a 15-minute walk after meals or hit a quick hotel workout if you're traveling.
The goal is to keep your body in motion so it’s easier to get right back into your routine after the holidays.
Remember! Your routine is your foundation. So if you would normally go to the gym at 6am but you're out of town, go for a walk or get a simple bodyweight workout in. Like 100 Burpees. Okay if you do 100 Burpees PLEASE let me know! :)
Tip: Plan short 20–30 minute sessions that don’t rely on equipment. Think squats, push-ups, lunges, and planks.
Prioritize protein at every meal
You’ll likely eat more carbs and desserts than usual — that’s okay.
But by leading with protein, you’ll stay fuller longer and help your body maintain muscle during the holiday season. I told a client just this morning during a nutrition conversation: "Fill your plate half full of protein and the other half can be carbs and fun food."
Tip: Eat something healthy before going to the party so you're not ravenous and have better control.
Hydrate like it’s your job
When you’re traveling or enjoying a few drinks, it’s easy to get dehydrated. Dehydration leads to fatigue, sugar cravings, and that “off” feeling that makes you skip workouts.
Tip: Take your waterbottle wherever you go!
Keep your routine, even a mini version
If you can’t do your normal 60-minute workout, do 20.
If you can’t hit the gym, do bodyweight movements in your living room.
What matters most is staying connected to your routine.
Tip: Keep scheduling workouts in your calendar like normal, even if they’re shorter.
Have fun
The holidays are about connection and joy, not perfection.
Stay active, make mostly good choices, and remember: one meal, one trip, or one week doesn’t undo months of hard work.
You’ll start the new year feeling healthy, strong, and ahead of the curve.
