Chasing Clarity: Health & Fitness Podcast

HOLIDAY NUTRITION BLUEPRINT: HOW TO ENJOY THE HOLIDAYS WITHOUT DERAILING YOUR GOALS | EP. 189

Nov 14, 2025
The holiday season doesn’t have to derail your health goals. Discover why most weight gain occurs from November to January. Learn to treat each holiday as a single event instead of a six-week season. Effective pre-loading strategies can help manage hunger and prevent overeating. By planning celebrations in advance and bringing nutrient-dense dishes, you can enjoy the festivities while staying on track. Embrace a balanced mindset to navigate holiday challenges and achieve long-term success!
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INSIGHT

Holiday Period Drives Yearly Weight Gain

  • Most annual weight gain happens during the holiday period and often becomes permanent.
  • Small gains compound year after year into significant long-term health risk.
ADVICE

Switch To Maintenance Before Holidays

  • Transition out of aggressive dieting before the holidays and move to maintenance.
  • Restore calories to improve metabolism, training, and resilience to higher-calorie days.
INSIGHT

Working With Physiology Beats White-Knuckling

  • Dieting through the holidays often backfires due to physiological adaptations.
  • Restoring calories reduces hunger hormones and lowers the chance of rapid fat regain after overeating.
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