Tis' the season for all the business. I don't know about you, but every day until January 6th, I have a holiday party gatherin' situation! 😝 
 
Today, all the parties start. 😝 🎉 I'm excited to spend time with everyone, gather, eat all the good food, play all the games, etc. In that same breath, lol, I'm also looking forward to chillin' like a villain once the holiday hustle slows down!
 
So, it be cray out here, right? Busy as can be. How do you get it all in? How do you prioritize your workouts, veggies, protein, movement, and all the other things? You might not be able to do it ALL, but you can certainly modify and adapt things to this season!

Gainz can be kept in all areas of health, wellness, and fitness during the holidazzz! 
 
Your health and fitness goals do not have to take a back seat!

The name of the game is ALL or SOMETHING. 

Also, said this way... SOMETHING is better than nothing! 

All <-----SOMETHING -----> Nothing!!

SOMETHING smack dab in the middle! 

What is your SOMETHING? Or What could your SOMETHING be? What are your non-negotiables no matter how life is life-ing?

My SOMETHING during this season is abbreviated workouts, so I can still get my lift on! 🏋🏾‍♀️💪🏾
 
Here's an example of my one of my lower-body training sessions:
 
I'm either dropping a set or the accessory lifts. I will also switch the lifts from barbells to dumbbells. It takes longer to load and unload the barbell; dumbbells are quicker to grab. So, depending on my lift for the day, I've been opting to do that when I am strapped for time.

A. Barbell RDL- subbing in a Dumbbell RDL 3 x 6-8 , 1 backdown set
B. Dumbbell Bulgarian Split Squat 3x 6-8
C. 45 Degree Hyperextension 3 x 12-15
D. Cable Abduction 3 x 12-15 ea

Boom! Done and done! 

I'm also getting up early to get my fit in before the day gets away from me!

So, here are a few ways to adapt things during the holiday season:

• Shorten up your workouts. Modify the equipment. This is when circuits are a great option! 
• Opt for 2-3 training sessions a week instead of your usual 4-5 lifts. So, change your training split for a bit!
• Have your nutrient-dense foods batch-prepped so you don't have to cook daily; grab your ingredients and build a plate.
• Commit to at least one daily walk. 
• Set a minimum move/step goal. Adjust your step goal. 
• Break your walkies up into shorter ones.
• Whenever possible, get your fruits and veggies in. Front load them for the day. Many parties and gatherings tend to happen towards the end of the day or late afternoon, so knock out your nutrient-dense foods right off the bat.

Just to name few!

It ain't about being perfect; it's about being consistent. And you can be consistent even when life is cray, when life is life-ing. You can show up and do SOMETHING! Keep going, keep moving, keep showing up for yourself! 

Don't throw the baby out with the bathwater!! 😝

Have a wonderful weekend! Be sure to fill up your cup! Make time for YOU in between the holiday hustle situations! Meet your wants, needs, and honor your values during the holiday season!

In Strength and to your Success,
One Love 💖
Coach Candace