Staying on track during the holidays

The Holiday season can be a tough period to navigate. Our workouts can be put on the back burner, all the holiday parties, and holiday foods are in abundance and there seem to be alot more of those people who say things like "Oh come on 1 bite is going to hurt" or "stop depriving yourself". There is a way to keep on track with your normal routine and not offend anyone at the table. 1st and fore most, you have to plan your workouts like you would plan any other important aspect of your life. You have to be accountable to that. I mean we brush our teeth everyday day 2x a day, we shower right? (I hope) ;-) So we must regard our workouts in the same fashion, they are just as important. As for clean eating, look I am not an advocate for never indulging here and there, but there is a difference between that and pilfering the entire buffet table because it's Christmas. My family isn't on the same healthy train I am on, they like to live there life there way, all I can do is plant the seed of health and fitness, and lead by example. So during the holidays I always hear the comments, "oh you are too skinny!", "are you still dieting?", "when are you going to stop?" I approach this carefully, so as to not hurt any ones feelings. I don't go off on a rant about how they are all unhealthy etc etc. Instead I just say something like, "since I've been eating this way I see a big change in how I feel and look and I really enjoy it" This usually quiets them down, or some may have questions which I gladly answer, again keeping others feelings in mind.During dinner I load my plate up with whatever veggies are there and stay away from the fired stuff, white breads, etc. If you know ahead of time what will be served this makes your life easier, if not maybe ask the hostess, chances are they know by now you are on a healthy eating path and will have something for you too. If not offer to bring a nice healthy dish that is flavorful, so they can see eating healthy can be yummy too. Now when dessert time rolls around it all depends, did I earn a cheat if so I may have a small piece of cake or a couple of cookies, but that's it. Otherwise, if I happen to be "in training mode" than I just say something like" Oh gosh I am still so full from dinner" Or "You know that looks yummy can I take mine to go" I will usually just give it to someone on my way home, a neighbor etc. Don't lose sight of your goals, don't lose what you have worked so hard for. There is always a way to "Have your cake and eat it too" Learning how to navigate that is key.
As always Peace & Love,
JoRo