It can be tough to maintain your fitness routine around the holidays. But infusing some fun into your workouts can help you get your recommended 150 minutes of weekly exercise—and could even inspire friends and family to join in. You don’t need to commit to running a marathon or spending hours in the gym. A walk or participating in a fitness challenge can have the same effect. Click here for tips from a Scripps physician on how to make holiday fitness more fun.
For many people, seasonal stressors can also encourage drinking. Experts say it’s important to recognize what can trigger overindulging and come up with a strategy to handle situations where alcohol is easily available. Click here for healthy alternatives to drinking.
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