Labor Day weekend is upon us! Three day weekends are great for catching up with friends, spending time with family, and relaxing. Unfortunately, many social gatherings planned for 3 day weekends are centered around unhealthy and fattening foods. But with a little planning, you can still have a fun holiday while not derailing your fitness program and hindering your success!
Here is my guide to the Holiday Weekend!
Saturday: Grab the whole family and some friends and head out to the beach. Don’t forget to bring a volleyball! One hour of beach volleyball can help the average person to burn around 600 calories! Pack a cooler full of yummy healthy snacks such as veggies and hummus, raw almonds, fresh fruits, and grilled chicken sandwiches! Bring plenty of water to stay hydrated throughout the day as well.
Sunday: Wake up and prepare a delicious brunch. Some great suggestions are old fashioned oatmeal with cinnamon and stevia, egg whites scrambled with your favorite veggies, and fresh fruit salad. Then get outside for a hike. I love to load up my ipod and bring my dogs to LA’s Runyon Canyon or Griffith Park. One hour of hiking can burn up to 500 calories and it’s a great activity to clear your head and enjoy the beautiful California weather. Explore what the city has to offer and try a new bike path or hike on the weekends!
Monday: How about this year, you host the party and cook your guests some delicious and nutritious healthy food? Barbeque chicken breast and corn on the cob on the grill, make a fresh salad with plenty of vegetables, prepare baked sweet potato fries, and serve yummy berries for desert! Your results, dedication, and delicious healthy meal may even inspire your friends to get healthy and fit too!
The holiday is a great time to bond with family and friends. You will all feel great about participating in healthy activities that bring you even closer to your goals. Keep your fitness on track and enjoy your Labor Day weekend!
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