Celebrity trainer and PEOPLE.com blogger Harley Pasternak shares six easy tips for enjoying party snacks without packing on the pounds.
When it comes to the holiday season, my clients are often stressed out about how to maintain their diets in the face of such delicious temptations as cookies, pie and cocktails at parties and family gatherings.
But these treats are part of what make this time of year so fun, so don't ruin the time off for yourself by guilting yourself over every bite. The holidays are a time to enjoy the company of friends and family, so go ahead! Eat, drink, and be merry – just don't overdo it!
Here are my favorite tips that I arm my clients with when they head off into the holiday season:
1. Never Show Up Hungry!
One of the most common mistakes people make is starving themselves all day and "saving their calories" for a big dinner and dessert. This can backfire on you in a number of important ways. If you arrive starving, you're going to eat whatever's in sight. Eating small, frequent meals throughout the day helps you avoid showing up ravenous and actually speeds up your metabolism.
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