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Be Strong & Thankful!
November is the month we traditionally stop and think about what we're thankful for: Family. Friends. Good food. Our home. Maybe even stretchy pants.
But here's one we sometimes forget ~~~
Being thankful for your body and your fitness, because it carries you through every single day, and it's never too late to make it stronger.
Say thank you to your muscles. They help you carry groceries, climb stairs, pick up kids & grandkids, haul luggage, and get yourself off the floor. The stronger they are, the more independence you keep.
Show gratitude for your balance. It's easy to take balance for granted - until it becomes difficult. Strength training & balance work are an investment in staying steady and confident. AND it helps to reduce falls.
A big thank you to your bones. Weight-bearing exercise and resistance training help your bones stay strong.
How about hugs to your heart! Every walk, workout, and active day gives your cardiovascular system some love.
Don't forget your ability to improve! This may be the best one. Whether you're 35, 45, 55, 65, or beyond, your body can still respond to exercise and become stronger.
Your birthday doesn't determine your strength; your habits do.
A few strategies for the BIG Feast:
- Don't starve yourself all day to "save" calories for the big meal
- Get some protein on your plate (see below for yummy protein ideas), which will help you feel fuller
- Eat the foods you genuinely love - not everything simply because it's there (Maybe Aunt Linda won't notice you didn't pile on her "famous" stuffing.
- Drink a glass of water before and during the feast and festive beverages.
- Take a walk after dinner - the dishes can wait, and it's a great way to continue the connection between family and friends.
- And - if you know that Grandma's pie is spectacular - eat the pie!
One Thanksgiving dinner won't undo months of healthy habits
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