This holiday season I wanted to share some passages from an article by Marty Copeland. I thought the theme was encouraging and a message meant to help keep us on track as “we center on Jesus, the real reason for the season.”
This Christmas “let's make a quality decision to stay focused on maintaining a strong, healthy body. There are “a few simple strategies to help maintain proper weight throughout the season.”
- “Get God involved. Ask God to give you wisdom in fighting cravings and in scheduling time for increased cardiovascular exercise.
- Never show up famished for a holiday party. Don't rely on willpower to get you through a long night of fudge, Christmas cookies, and party mix. Instead, go to the party prepared by eating a healthy snack and drinking a glass of water 30 minutes before the party. This will help you to make better food decisions and to exercise self-control. We can still enjoy a piece of pie or other special treats without overindulging.
- Focus on relationships. Partake in family traditions such as reading the Christmas story around the fireplace. Focus on your family and friends more than you focus on the fabulous food.
- Move it! As the fellowship and feasting come to an end, why not head for the great outdoors. Grab a football and toss it outside with your children. Or take a walk around the block with your cousins. This will rev up your metabolism.
- Exercise more. During this busy season find time to work out. Exercise could be your best friend this season, because it will help you maintain your weight, even though your diet may not be as healthy as usual.
As we implement these simple strategies, we will be much healthier and happier, as we maintain our health and fitness goals. In this way, we can honor God and bring glory to him in our bodies even during the Christmas season.'”
Shared by Cathy Friberg.
Ideas and direct quotes from
“Stay Fit in Season”
by Marty Copeland.”
by Marty Copeland.”
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