How to Have a Healthy Turkey Day

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By Stephanie of Infinite Life Fitness

Tis the season to fill your belly!

The key is to fill your belly with the right food! The national �fill your belly� holiday is upon us. I hear so many people wish (and some who do not) that they had NOT eaten as much as they did during the holiday. For those who are on a new health and fitness journey, being consistent with your healthy eating and fitness routine is KEY to reaching your goals.

Key tips for this year�s feast:

• Ask what people are bringing. If they are making a high calorie/fat dish either pass it on when you see it OR ask them to make a few substitutes to make it a healthier dish. 
• Do not be afraid to measure out your portion sizes. If you are afraid to do it in front of your family do it in the kitchen and bring your plate out to the table. They goal is to make sure you are eating enough NOT too much. It is hard to look at your plate and say �yes that is a cup full of veggies�. Do not be afraid to grab a measuring cup and scoop out the right serving size! 
• When worse comes to worse, double up on the veggies! If you are worried about your plate looking �too bare� compared to those around you try doubling up on the green veggies! You can never go wrong with having more veggies as opposed to more creamy cheese potatoes, or 4 dinner rolls. 
• Try to make a healthy dish and bring it along with you. I do this EVERY year with my family. And I usually will not tell them it was healthy, low fat and low calorie until they have eaten it all! Nothing makes your feel better than seeing your friends and family rave about a healthy dish. Just because it is healthy does not mean it is not tasty! 
• Water, Water, Water! Do not forget to drink your water! It is ok to have egg nog, wine, or other fruit drinks�but those drinks pack a TON of calories. Would you rather drink your calories or enjoy a piece of pie? 

Everyone�s FAVORITE part of turkey day? Well�it should be spending time with your friends and family�bbbuuuut we all know it is the dessert tray!

Do not be afraid to eat dessert! BUT do not forget to get a double or triple serving of your grandma�s famous pie. Yes it is good�and yes it will make you happy�but you have to remember that you have a goal to reach in a certain amount of time so do not let one HUGE piece of pie render that success! 

Ok�so you did have that extra piece of pie�or you already know that you will have that pie. Try working out BEFORE you meet the family for dinner and try to plan a late night walk or jog. Doing activities before and after such meals is a great plan and it will help you feel less guilty about indulging on the holiday treats.

Need some suggestions for some healthy desserts�try looking at these sites:

Pumpkin Pie

Recipe

Chocolate Doughnuts

Recipe

Chocolate Ice Cream Sandwiches

Recipe

I hope these holiday tips were helpful! Have a WONDERFUL, SAFE, and HEALTHY Thanksgiving!

This is Stephanie from Infinite Life Fitness. Please feel free to stop by my blog anytime for more health and fitness tips!!