Episode 117: The One about Navigating Holidays

If your plan is to gain five pounds by January and 'deal with it' later, you’re already losing. The myth is that Thanksgiving and Christmas wreck our progress, but the truth? It’s the 116 other meals in between where we just give up.On this episode of the Fit Parent podcast, Amy and I grab a cocktail and get super tactical on the math and the two simple, proactive steps you need to take to keep your momentum during the holidays. We break down exactly how you can stop the annual cycle of shame and be the action taker who starts the new year already winning.We go into depth on:Why you can't afford to waste the entire month of December punting on your progress.What is quietly destroying your progress (spoiler alert: it isn't the two big holiday meals).How to win by proactively fueling your body with protein to control cravings and make good decisions.The importance of differentiating between a special occasion and a social occasion as a secret weapon to hold your boundaries.Why your progress stalls is from the everyday decisions, not the few, true holiday meals you actually celebrate.If you’re tired of starting every January with shame and regret, it's because you haven't been tactical. This isn't about dieting; it's about an actionable, simple plan. Stop waiting for the "right time." Hit play, and let's get you winning before the New Year even starts.To get more content like this, follow me on Instagram, join my free Facebook group or checkout my website for free guides.