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Tips to Keep Moving
THROUGH THE HOLIDAYS
1. PLAN AHEAD
Schedule your workouts the way you
schedule social events. Even short
20-minute sessions add up. Pop them
in your diary and treat them as nonnego琀椀able appointments with yourself.
2. MAKE IT SOCIAL
Invite friends or family for a morning walk
before the big lunch, or set up a friendly
backyard cricket match. Moving together
makes it more fun — and helps balance out
all that Christmas cheer.
3. SHORT & SWEET
When time is tight, opt for quick
bodyweight circuits: squats, lunges, pushups, and planks can all be done at home
with no equipment. High Intensity Interval
Training (HIIT) can deliver great results in
just 15 minutes.
4. EMBRACE ‘INCIDENTAL’ EXERCISE
Dance while cooking, take the stairs when
shopping, park further away from the store
— these small actions keep you moving
without feeling like a formal workout.
5. HYDRATE
With extra champagne and cocktails
floating around, don’t forget water. Staying
hydrated helps manage energy levels and
curb unnecessary snacking.
6. LISTEN TO YOUR BODY
Rest is also important. If you’re feeling run
down, swap a heavy workout for gentle
stretching, yoga, or a slow walk to keep the
body moving without adding stress.
