The Fourth of July is coming soon and that means picnics and BBQ's for most of us, yay! But if your friends and family are anything like mine, then that means tons of food and overeating! Just remember, it doesn't have to be that way. Be conscious of what you're eating over the holiday weekend so you stay on track in your workout program. Who wants to put all that hard work into their workouts just to blow it all in one day?! Not me! Some ways to do this are bringing your own meat. Chicken is great on the grill, low in fat, high in protein and a much healthier choice than 32 grams of fat per hamburger or 16+ grams of fat per hot dog. If you're in a hamburger mood, bring some turkey burgers, they're delich! I recommend checking the nutritional facts before you buy, some brands, believe it or not, have double the fat than others. Snack on fruits and vegetables throughout the day rather than fatty desserts that might be laying around. If you're anything like me and can't avoid the dessert table, just limit yourself, don't overdo it. It's ok to indulge every now and then in moderation. And one last tip to avoid overeating: stay active! Get involved in what's going on at the picnic. Play volleyball, go swimming, keep moving! Not only will it keep you away from the food, you will continue to burn calories and that's our goal!
I hope everyone has a happy and safe holiday!!
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