Health & Wellness Tips- 5 Days Until Christmas

Day: 1  Re-connect with someone you care about.

Try one of these:

Bake your favorite Christmas cookies together
Sing a Christmas carol for them outside the door or on the phone
Send them a silly Christmas picture, then call to see if they got it
Make or buy a Christmas goodie and drop it off so you can chat
Invite them over for dinner
What will you do to reconnect with a family member or friend?

Day 2: Stay Off of Social Media & News Today

It’s time to feel calmer. For one day, stay off of any social media, news, and even email if it’s not necessary. Unplug completely if you can.
Since you’re not mindlessly surfing the web, you’ll have more time for those self-care practices we talked about! Or add touches to make your home cozy. Or make yourself a self-care kit for winter with your newfound time!

Consider this quote:

“Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.”

Day 3: Treat Yourself

This is my favorite one on the list!
Schedule a luxurious act of self-love ahead of time. Have your partner give you a massage, buy yourself flowers, get your nails done, or get a cup of coffee you’ve been eyeing.
It doesn’t have to be expensive to boost your spirits. Whatever you do, make it something to look forward to!

Day 4: Take a Nap

Holiday self-care: take a nap already
Sounds easy right?
But is it?
I DREAM about naps, but hardly ever take them. However, this year, the mom gets a break too.
So, no excuses friends! Get in at least 30 minutes for some restful shut-eye.

Day 5: Center Yourself Before the Hustle & Bustle

Finally, before Christmas day, partake in one activity that centers you completely.
Perhaps a tough workout, meditation, sleep affirmations, or a long talk with your mom.
Whatever the case, wind down your racing mind. Doing this will help you enjoy the sights and sounds of the season, without the panicked stress of getting it all together.

FAT TO FIT Total Body Tuesday workout- Christmas Circuit #3

I hope you are getting all your Christmas shopping in and not skipping your workouts! Here is a another circuit to get you moving and burning calories all day long!

XOXO,

Cindy Lane Ross

Fat to Fit Holiday Workout #2

Here is a another quick holiday workout so you have no excuse not to get moving!

Have a great day!

XOXO,

Cindy Lane Ross

Practical Stocking Stuffers For Fitness Fans

As promised by the Fat To Fit Radio Show...

Practical Stocking Stuffers For Fitness Fans

Lululemon Sweat Happens Liner Bags

Don't cross-contaminate your sweaty gym clothes with everything else in your purse. Keep your stuff stink- and sweat-free with these Lululemon Sweat Happens Liner Bags($42).

Nike Storm-Fit Gloves

When running, ice-block hands are no fun, so keep her fingers happy with a pair of sweat-wicking Nike Storm-Fit Gloves ($35).

Petzl Tikkina Headlamp

Since the days are short this time of year, make sure she's safe when she heads out after dark. This Petzl Tikkina Headlamp ($20) will come in handy when she heads outdoors.

Brooks Nightlife Arm and Leg Bands

See and be seen with these bold Brooks Nightlife Arm and Leg Bands ($15) that will help her stand out in the evening, especially if she tends to work out in head-to-toe black.

Under Armour Hair Ties

No one likes hair in their face while working out, but those hair ties are never around when you need them! This pack of Under Armour hair ties ($10) ensures she'll always have one in her bag; she'll be especially inspired by the motivating message on each.

Under Armour Hair Ties

No one likes hair in their face while working out, but those hair ties are never around when you need them! This pack of Under Armour hair ties ($10) ensures she'll always have one in her bag; she'll be especially inspired by the motivating message on each.

Footgloss

Whether she's strapping on her running shoes or rocking her highest heels, she'll appreciate finding this all-natural, petroleum-free Footgloss blister blocker ($12) in her stocking.

Nuun Active Hydration Tablets

The serious athlete in your life will love getting a tube of these Nuun Active Hydration Tablets ($7). Great for long training runs or post-workout recovery, all she needs to do is drop an electrolyte-rich tab in her water bottle, and presto — she's ready for fast rehydration.

SmartWool Running Socks

A runner can never have too many socks. Add to her well-worn collection with a pair of these SmartWool running socks ($14), which are made of moisture wicking and odor resistant wool.

Word Lock

Help the gym rat in your life deter locker theft with this Wordlock ($8, originally $10) gym lock.

Old Navy Flip Flops

Shield her from gym germs with a pair of flip-flops for the locker room. The Old Navy Classic Flip-Flops ($3, originally $4) are inexpensive and come in several colors so you can keep her well stocked.

Prana Yoga Strap

Yogis of any level can appreciate a yoga strap. From helping newbies master basic poses to encouraging anyone to achieve deeper bends and stretches, yoga straps like this one from Prana ($15) are a simple but useful prop for any home yoga practice.

Roux Maison Sport Detergent

Fitness gear can be expensive, so help her protect her investment. Roux Maison Sport Laundry Detergent ($17) will keep the technical material on her workout duds performing at its peak.

Yes to Cucumbers Face Wipes

If your friend is a gym rat, she can never have enough face wipes for her bag. We loveYes to Cucumbers Face Cleanser Towelettes ($6) because they cleanse and moisturize with natural ingredients. The cucumber leaves our faces feeling cool and refreshed — perfect for after-cardio clean up.

Holiday Stress? A Quick Holiday Workout

If you are feeling stressed over this holiday season, get in a quick workout for a better mood & more energy!

XOXO,

Cindy Lane Ross

7 Tips to Avoid Overeating on Thanksgiving

As promised on Fat To Fit Radio last week...

7 Tips to Avoid Overeating on Thanksgiving

1) Take Home Leftovers: Bring your own Tupperware. If you overeat because you enjoy good food there is no shame in coming equipped with your own doggie bag. No need to eat mindlessly if you know that you can savor it again later.

2) Sit Down: Many of us take a plate of food and nibble on it until you've found a seat or are ready to sit down. It’s hard to really enjoy food when you are standing up, balancing a plate. Don’t take a bite unless you are sitting down.

3) Name Three of Your Favorite Thanksgiving Foods: It’s likely that you named foods you only get once a year like cranberry dressing, sweet potato pie, or turkey. Consider what it is about these foods that gives you pleasure.  The texture?  Taste?  Smell?  Focus on the foods you really love. Savor. Consider whether you really enjoy filler foods like rolls, things you can get all year.  Stick to what you know you love.

4) Take a Game or Photos: When food is the only event at Thanksgiving, it makes it too easy to mindlessly over eat. Bring your favorite board game, cards, or even bring along photos from the years to ooh and ahh over.

5) Find Ways to Soothe and Comfort Yourself. Holidays are exciting and stressful at the same time. Find ways to calm and soothe yourself so you don’t turn to calories for comfort. 

6) Rethink Thanksgiving: Perhaps we need to change our perception of the holiday before we can change our behavior. In many ways, Thanksgiving is just like any other meal. Allowing yourself to think Thanksgiving is  "different" or "special" seems to imply that there is a different way we eat. Yes, it is a holiday. However, mindful eating is not a diet. You don’t have to avoid good food. It just means eating it slowly, with full awareness. 

7) Mindless Triggers: It’s likely that you know your most common mindless eating triggers. Do you tend to pick mindlessly at food when it is sitting directly in front of you? Does eating next to an annoying relative lead you to stress eat? Make a list of things that sabotage your mindful eating and strategize around how to address them. For example, pick your favorite person to sit next to and grab the seat. If you tend to pick at food, commit to passing food out of arm’s reach as soon as you sit down.