With Thanksgiving around the corner, many of us would like
to avoid the “infamous” holiday weight gain. Regardless of how many pounds we
may pick up during the holiday season, one of the most challenging aspects is
losing them come January. Wouldn’t it be nice to skip the weight gain pattern
and maintain or lose weight between Thanksgiving and New Year’s?
This effort starts with Thanksgiving. With knowledge of caloric content in typical
Thanksgiving foods, we can make more informed decisions about when to splurge,
when to conserve and how to offset the extra calories with physical activity. My
advice, if there is an item or 2 you don’t absolutely love, skip it! However,
if you just cannot bring yourself to skip any items, reduce portions. The
calorie savings between these options can really add up and make a difference.
Try to keep the main focus on quality time with family or
friends. Enjoy food in moderation. Include
physical activity in your holiday (I like to grab a family member and go for a
walk after the meal). Give thanks!
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Food item:
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Calories:
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Activity to burn it off (times
are approximate):
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Turkey - 6 oz
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350
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Running – 30 minutes
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Mashed potatoes with gravy -1/2 cup
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300
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Biking – 30 minutes
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Stuffing - 1/2 cup
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200
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Pilates – 30 minutes
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Cranberry Sauce - 1/2 cup
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150
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Jumping rope – 15 minutes
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Roll with butter - 1
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200
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Dancing – 30 minutes
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Pumpkin Pie - I slice
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300
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Walking – 1 hour
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Totals:
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1500
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3.25 hours
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