So the holiday season is here and you’re worried about gaining those extra holiday pounds or letting your time spent in the gym go to waste. Here are 13 simple tips to help you stay on track and not lose sight of your goals:

1- If your plate is large, eat ½ of it and save the rest for later or another day.

2- Drink plenty of water. To give your water a little more life, add some lemon. Lemon also aids in digestion.

3- Keep sugary drinks to a minimum.

4- Go for that Pellegrino with lemon.

5- If you know you will be drinking more than usual during that one particular week during the holidays, drink in moderation. Moderation is 2 drinks for men a day under 65 years old and 1 drink for women and men above 65.

6- If you order something such as stir- fry when dining out, ask to get the teriyaki sauce on the side. This way you control the amount of sauce that goes on the food.

7- Look for the healthy section of the menu. Many restaurants have this.

8- Sorry, skip dessert. This goes for you especially if you have strict goals.

9- If you must have some sweets, share it with someone.

10- Don’t get too full.

11- Don’t forget your veggies.

12- If eating fried foods, take off the skin.

13- Don’t forget your fruit for breakfast.

Have a safe and healthy holiday season!

Natasha Linton
NYC Personal Trainer