Post-Season Rebalance for Mom
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Depending on where you are in your life and what you did over the holidays, you may be buzzing with energy anticipating the New Year and all that lies ahead. Alternatively, you may be burnt out from all the bad food and wine consumed during the endless holiday parties. While it is such a pleasure to connect over the holidays with friends and family, some of us feel unsettled as we approach the New Year. Here are a couple of suggestions to help you bounce back.
Nutrition: It may be time for a detox, but at the very least, spend the coming weeks eating lots of fruits and vegetables, especially those that contain antioxidants. Leafy greens, blueberries, and pineapples are a few good ones to throw on your plate. Also, remember to drink lots and lots of water to allow your body to do its job most effectively.
Exercise: At this time of year, people tend to bust out the resolutions. I personally still think they are great. However I do think people, especially moms, tend to live in extremes in terms of time commitments. I definitely believe in and promote the benefits of intense exercise but caution people about regimens that leave little time for anything else, especially when you are juggling a busy family life as well. This is why exercising intensely for 30 minutes four times a week will serve you best. Stay away from separating cardio and strength exercises and think in terms of time effective, results-based workouts. Work out smarter, not longer.
Cheers,
Andrea Page
