{"id":1670,"date":"2010-12-28T14:44:31","date_gmt":"2010-12-28T19:44:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.fitchicks.ca\/blog\/?p=1670"},"modified":"2021-09-01T01:38:57","modified_gmt":"2021-09-01T01:38:57","slug":"avoid-winter-weight","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.fitchicks.ca\/blog\/2010\/12\/avoid-winter-weight\/","title":{"rendered":"Avoid Winter Weight"},"content":{"rendered":"

Hey chicks,<\/p>\n

We hope you’re having a FANTASTIC holiday season! We’ve missed you and can’t wait for the New Year, but in the meantime – we’ve got some fab tips to share!<\/p>\n

Holidays are meant to be relaxing, but we know that they can be stressful and mess around with your fitness goals. (There doesn’t seem to be time to work out and those goodies keep calling your name!). The good news is: you’re almost done with the holiday season! Bad news is: wintertime can still be a challenge for many chicks.<\/p>\n

But don’t worry! We’re here to help you stay on track with our Five Ways to Avoid Winter Weight<\/span>!<\/p>\n

Ready?<\/p>\n

Five Ways to Avoid Winter Weight<\/span><\/p>\n

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1. Sneaky Workouts!<\/p>\n

Don’t have time for an hour-long workout? It’s okay, chick, use the time you’ve got! 20 minutes is FAB (use your CHICK PACK for some at-home workouts) or even incorporate small moves into your day. Calf raises while you’re cooking? They count! You can also check out some chicktastic tips here: Five Easy Ways to Burn 500 Calories<\/a><\/p>\n

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2. Change your Comfort Food<\/p>\n

No need to panic – we’d never take Mama’s Famous Mac’N’Cheese from you! But focus on why<\/span> you choose those heavy or sugary treats and what alternatives might work. We know hot cocoa makes you feel cozy, but make it healthier<\/a> or try a delicious decaf tea like chocolate mint or chocolate chai.<\/p>\n

3. Bundle Up!<\/p>\n

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We know it’s Canada, but that’s a lot of months to be spending indoors. Head outside for some of our country’s fab winter activities or try a new one – snowshoes, anyone? Not only does this work your bod, but the fresh air and sunlight improve mood and reduce cravings. Check your city’s parks and recreation website for local skating rinks and ski hills you can visit once you buy one of the ski goggles<\/a> and rest of the gear. In a pinch a hill and a garbage bag will do!<\/p>\n

4. Spend Time with Friends\"friends\"<\/p>\n

Why can this help? With the winter often comes winter blues and, in some cases, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD<\/a>). For many this means isolating and engaging in emotional eating (or not eating – which isn’t good either, chicks). Check in with your doctor if you suspect you suffer from SAD and be sure to spend time with supportive peeps.<\/p>\n

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5. Adjust Your Portions<\/p>\n

A lot of us are active in the summer which means we burn more energy, which means we need more fuel. But come winter time we often work out less while still eating the same portions. If you are working out less, be sure to adjust your food intake accordingly because you’re not burning it off anymore. Think of it as “calories in, calories out.” If you put lots of calories in and don’t exercise to get them out, they’ve got nowhere to go! One exception? Those green veggies! Eat up<\/p>\n

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6. Have Fun and Go Easy On Yourself (Okay, so we threw in a bonus).<\/p>\n

You might gain some weight, chicks, and that’s okay<\/span>. It doesn’t change how fabulous you are! Just remind yourself that you are one fierce chick and plan to make some changes. Negative self-talk is tempting, but it only makes change that much more challenging.<\/p>\n

Hope this helps, chicks! And, of course, another FAB way to beat the Winter Weight is to come out and play with us! Don’t forget that our New Year’s Promo has been extended<\/span>: Sign up for January AND February and get $50 off! Just type in “newyear” into the promotion code.<\/p>\n

Have a FAB day!<\/p>\n

FIT CHICKS<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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