It’s very easy to get derailed from good habits during the holidays with all the social events involving the amount of food and drink we are offered. Especially when most of the calories are higher in sugars, bad fats and lower in vibrancy or what I call “dead calories”. Here are some simple tips to keep you mindful when making choices, and steering you clear of the usual pitfalls leaving you feeling lighter, more energized and able to perform better in you workouts.

During the holiday season there are plenty of opportunities to intake a lot of calories, and in a hurry! With holiday parties, and christmas stockings filled with sweets, there is an overabundance of calories at every corner. Not to mention with the cold weather and short days, it is pretty easy to find yourself bundled up in bed by a fire after work as opposed to at the gym doing a workout. While getting to the gym and eating right can already be difficult for some of us in the fast paced hustle and bustle that is life, when the holidays come around, sticking to a diet or exercise regimen can almost be a herculean feat.