Staying Focused on Your Diet While on Holiday

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Get Plenty of Exercise
Depending where you go for your holiday, you may have to plan for your activities. It’s easy enough to exercise while on holiday even if you don’t do anything but walk. Many people travel and have a tendency to jump in the car or taxi for short trips that can be accomplished on foot. Even if you can’t travel on foot, if you are using public transportation, you will likely get the exercise you need by walking provided you don’t ride to every single stop.

If the weather is nice, spend time in the park and other places where you can walk rather than ride to your destination. Whenever possible exit your car or the train or bus farther away from your destination and walk the rest of the way. When you are shopping, make it a point to walk between the stores rather than getting into the car or on a bus. Finally, make sure your trip includes plenty of activities that will allow you to burn off the calories from the meals you consume.

Limit Your Alcohol Intake
Alcoholic beverages are very high in calories, yet many people who don’t drink any other time do so when they are on holiday. Whether it’s because they are not driving or are more relaxed is of little difference. You can enjoy a glass of wine with dinner or a drink later, but you need to limit how much you drink. Do not get into the habit or drinking two or three drinks every night while you are enjoying your holiday or you will put on extra pounds by the time you return home.