As full of fun and fond memories the holidays can be, they can also be a step backwards to many of us in the realm of our health goals.  Working from home can be a saving grace in some ways, as we are not surrounded by numerous temptations from well-meaning co-workers, but it also can serve as a trap for the accountability portion of our healthy pursuits.  Since we are alone in our workspace, no one can see how much we serve ourselves, or what we’re choosing to eat and drink, for that matter!  This year, integrate these easy tips into your workdays to stay on better track with your health goals:

Give yourself a break, keep your health goals realistic for the season  – This time of year, there seems to be an abundance of food around you and a lot of it is not very nutritious!  Instead of focusing on all the “can’t haves,” try making an effort to enjoy smaller portions of the culprits.  Then be sure to have better options on hand at all times – for instance, keep nuts, dried fruit, low-sugar granola bars, and whole wheat crackers in your car, purse, and desk drawer!  Consider making your health goal to maintain where you are currently at, and count maintenance as progress, instead of dealing with too much guilt in the middle of all the temptation. Read More→