Stay motivated during the holiday season!

5. Avoid the holiday bulge.  On average, Americans will put on 8-12 pounds during the holidays that are difficult to get off.  Don’t let that be you!!

4. Increase your energy level.  Spend an hour on YOU exercising (you deserve it!!), and you will find yourself with TONS more energy that you can give to your family during the busiest time of year.  It is worth it!!

3. Improve your health.  Lowered cholesterol, blood pressure, better joint mobility and LOTS of other health benefits are associated with exercise.  Exercise has been responsible for many of my clients lowering or even removing themselves off of medications.  OF COURSE consult your doctor before starting an exercise regimen and most importantly before any medication changes.

2.  Be in a better mood.  You feel AWESOME after a great workout – which makes you feel better about yourself the rest of the day.  Lower your stress level and get in the holiday spirit this year by exercising at least 2-3 times per week!

1. Look great and feel great at your holiday parties!!  Ring in the New Year feeling and looking your best.  Don’t wait until 2012 to get started on your New Year’s resolutions!

Here are a few of my favorite ways to stay motivated to exercise during the holidays.

– Reward yourself with new exercise clothes for keeping up with your workouts and/or reaching a goal!

– Sign up for the Turkey Trot or Jingle Bell Run with your family and friends.

– Find an exercise/running buddy to hold you accountable during the holiday season.

– Go for a walk or toss around the football with your family after a big meal. This is a tradition in the Forte family. :)

– Ask for a personal training package or boot camp package for Christmas!

I hope this gave you a few new ways to stay motivated during the holiday season.

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