What NOT to do Post Vacation- Tips From a Registered Dietitian & Certified Personal Trainer

When you return from vacation, here are 3 things you really shouldn’t do.

1. Do NOT weight yourself. Just stay OFF the scale. For a solid week. The scale will almost inevitably be up. There is no need to see that number- it won't do you any good! It may be up because you truly gained weight. OR it could be up because of fluid retention, which is very common when traveling. Excess sodium from dining out, alcohol, more carbs than normal & sitting in the car or airplane can all contribute to fluid retention. This is TEMPORARY and will likely shake out after a few days. But do yourself a favor & just leave it be.

2. Do NOT restrict excessively. You may be feeling “heavy” or bloated, neither of which are a good feeling, but there is no need to go into a highly restrictive plan. It's  definitely okay to get back to healthy eating, but cutting out all carbs or taking your calories down drastically will only leave you feeling hungry & contributes to the all/nothing mentality. Think balance & focus on eating more veggies, fruits & lean protein. 

3. Do NOT try to compensate with excessive exercise. Instead, get back to your normal routine. Plan for & schedule in your workouts. Go ahead & take an extra walk if you have time, but grinding for an hour+ on the elliptical for 5 days straight isn’t going to do you any good in the long run. Again, it sets you up for an all/nothing mindset. Balance is better for sustainability.

Here are some healthy things you can do post-vacay: 

☀️Pound the water. Aim for 100 oz daily. 

☀️Get back to your normal sleep routine. 

☀️Meal plan & grocery shop so you are prepared & have healthy food options on hand. 

☀️And finally, give yourself a little grace - it will take some time to get back to your routine. Allow some for some flexibility, but definitely hold yourself accountable & get back to it!

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