Holiday Challenge Day 5

Good morning, Black Friday shoppers! You might actually consider all your shopping endeavors as a workout today, as you dash about the aisles and get that step count up. 

I got up, covered Mass in South Deerfield, and then headed over to the gym for some more turkey busting spin. I had my best class at energia yet! 

Today, as I return I'm focused on today's challenge goal: be careful with all those leftovers!

My trainer offered this morning that one day of overeating is not going to destroy most dedicated people's resolves. That might be true for most people, but if you're just starting out on this journey, or if you don't remain vigilant today, things could spiral out of control. Today, if you want to continue thanksgiving, give thanks for the new day it is, and get back on track if yesterday was a bit crazy.

Tips for leftovers:

1. Without the social pressures, it is easier to weigh, measure, and portion your food. 

2. Use a smaller plate. 

Here is a typical thanksgiving dinner I'm having for lunch today. Half the plate, almost half the calories. 

3. Skip those pieces of bread. It may be fun to make a sandwich out of left overs, but all that stuffing is already a carb overload. You can save up to 250 calories by just having the stuff inside that sandwich.

4. Give leftovers away, or throw away what you know is going to present a problem for you. It's better in the waste rather than in your waist. 

Happy shopping!