Finding it hard to stick to your health goals with all the holiday chaos? You’re not alone. Between parties, family gatherings, and a to-do list a mile long, relying solely on willpower can feel like running a marathon in stilettos—hard, painful, and frankly, may not work.
Here’s the good news: You don’t have to white-knuckle your way through the season. By tweaking your environment and routines, you can make better choices almost automatic. These evidence-based tips will help you stay focused with less effort—and still enjoy all the holiday magic.
🗓️Make Your Schedule Your Ally
Your calendar isn’t just for appointments and deadlines—it’s also your secret weapon for self-care. Block out time for a brisk walk, a yoga session, or a quick gym trip. Treat it like a meeting you wouldn’t cancel, because, well, you are just as important as everything else on your list.
🍪Out of Sight, Out of Mind
Holiday cookies calling your name? Pop them in the freezer—out of sight but still available for a planned treat. Then, stock your kitchen with grab-and-go snacks that fuel you, like mandarins, apples, or almonds. Bonus: When the cookies are frozen, they’re much harder to eat mindlessly!
🍴Meal Prep? Make It Easy
If the thought of cooking all week feels daunting, try outsourcing. A meal prep service can save you hours of kitchen time and ensure healthy, nutritious options are ready when you need them. Not in the budget? Batch-cook a few simple meals like soups, roasted veggies, or grain bowls on a slower day.
🤝Find Your Accountability Tribe
Everything’s more fun with a buddy. Join a group challenge, find a workout class, or set shared goals with friends or family. Knowing someone’s counting on you can be the nudge you need to show up for yourself.
👉🏻The Takeaway?
By setting yourself up with systems that work for you, you’ll have more energy to focus on what matters most—feeling strong, vibrant, and fully present for the season’s moments that bring you joy.
(P.S. Looking for easy snack ideas? Check out this post for some quick, snack options you’ll love.)
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References
Duckworth, Angela L., et al. “Beyond Willpower: Strategies for Reducing Failures of Self-Control.” Psychological Science in the Public Interest, vol. 19, no. 3, Dec. 2018, pp. 102–129, https://doi.org/10.1177/1529100618821893.
