So the big question is always...do I enjoy myself with my family and relax and not go to the gym or do I go to the gym and miss out on what we imagine a traditional Xmas to be...I would say the perfect balance is between both.
I would not recommend training too hard over the Xmas period as this is downtime from a long year...your body and mind need rest...but also don't do nothing and over indulge. Relax...take part in fun exercises you really enjoy during this period...maybe even get your family involved and do an activity everyone enjoys, even if it is as simple as going for bike ride. The one thing you don't want to do is stop completely. Even professional athletes during their off-season will still eat fairly well and do some form of exercise, even if it is stretching, going for a light run or swimming. But also do not over work yourself...your body needs the rest so when January starts, you can start the year strong and train well and consistently...Don't tire yourself out and be one of those people that burns out by February. Little and often is a good motto to go by if you're just starting out. Consistency is key, so find what works for you, what will ensure you stay consistent enough to get those results you want. If you have a lot of energy, by all means train hard, and make sure you leave time to relax and spend time with loved ones. On the topic of spending time with loved ones. Be careful and do not get carried away with over indulging...otherwise those first few weeks in January are going to be torturous...do yourself a favour and make it easy for your future self to get back into the swing of things, because after January, it won't be long before summer comes and you want to show off your hard work and not cramming in last minute workouts in an attempt to get fit .
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