Sometimes, amidst the positivity of the word yes, a solid no can be the healthy answer. To add to what was already started with ‘no sugar November’, this is a great time to introduce a bit more ‘no’ into your life.
No to skipping workouts
Two things can be true. You can be busy and fit.
Time seems to accelerate at this time of the year. Now more than ever, you may struggle to manage your workout. Be honest though. You’re always busy. Why question your date with exercise now? Busy people get the job done, as per the saying. So, be busy and be fit.
Make your next workout something fun and different. Construct your fitness programme as an ‘offer you cannot refuse.’ When life gets in the way of your commitment, you would not be able to resist an energizing, holiday sweat session.
No to cheat meals
Just as we must avoid skipping workouts, we must avoid slipping into poor eating habits also. Fast food meals become a quick, convenient solution when we are not overindulging at a large feast or celebration this time of year.
The season’s standard hectic pace combined with an abundance of treats and food-related gatherings makes it easy to declare cheat meals. They turn into cheat days and cheat weekends. Suddenly, the whole season is a big cheat. As a result, your health suffers.
You may think you deserve to pile your plate high, grab a pizza on the go, or sample the entire dessert table. After all, you have been working hard all year long. However, a season of good health is what you really deserve. You have developed and maintained healthy habits. They are a work in progress. Refuse to derail your progress now. Just say no.
No to unnecessary outings
Due to the pandemic, in the past few years, there has been an upward trend of staying home and nurturing oneself. Comfort and self-care help avoid burnout and recover from life obligations. Follow this approach as we enter the holiday season. Take time to recover from your work, workouts, and commitments. Be kind to yourself and continue to shine in November.
