Do The Best You Can

I cannot believe Christmas is this week! Even if you have all your presents wrapped under the tree, this is still a hectic time. Just trying to get ANYWHERE is tough because of the traffic. And we seem to need to be 100 places at once. So, many of the tasks we have to do will have to be done good enough. And that's how I want you to handle your healthy eating and exercise - good enough.

Now, for any of my Weight Watchers members that are 100% on plan - good for you! I am not telling you to lower your standards just because it's the holiday season. However, for the rest of us, whenever you are faced with an eating decision, think what is the best I can do right now. For example - if you are running out the door to get your ingredients for baking and you know the store is going to be busy, take 30 extra seconds and put a bar or a piece of fruit in your bag. That might not be the best, or even most appealing snack you can eat, but it will prevent you from sampling freebies in the store or buying a candy bar at the checkout.

Even if you are not writing down what you eat, make as many healthy, filling food, portion controlled food choices as possible. And don't stress over it! My bed isn't made everyday right now. I leave more dishes in the sink right now (though they eventually get cleaned) and the measuring cups and food scale may not come out all the time, but at least my plate has chicken and some Birds Eye steam fresh veggies in it. That will make sure my New Years outfit will fit!

Based on all the members in my meetings this season - yours will, too!