HIT THE HOLIDAY HUSTLE
ALL DECEMBER LONG

It is no secret that the holidays come with calorie-packed meals and enough sweets to last until the new year. Avoiding unhealthy food during the holidays can be nearly impossible, which can really throw a wrench in your fitness goals, but it doesn’t have to. Indulging in a few holiday traditions doesn’t have to set you back. Registering for the Holiday Hustle at Prairie Life Fitness can be the difference between enjoying a few sweets or gaining a few pounds. Check out these fitness tips and make sure to register and come into your local club 12 times during the month of December to get your free, limited-edition shirt.

It is easy to forget to work out if it is not part of your weekly routine. Find time to schedule workouts throughout your week and make them a priority. Set reminders on your phone to help and get your routine going.

START SMALL

If you haven’t been as active in recent months, going to the gym frequently can seem like a daunting task. Going from zero days a week to seven can take a toll on you. Start small. Make going three times a week a priority and increase the frequency when you are ready.

DO SOMETHING YOU LOVE

Workouts don’t have to feel like work. Find an activity you love and get involved. Check out your local PLF for a workout class schedule and try something new. Once you find something you love, going to the gym won’t feel like such a task.

FIND A FRIEND

Everything's better with a friend! Find a fitness partner to bring your workout to the next level. Challenge each other to complete your goals. Having a support system with the same goal in mind can make your workout feel more like a bonding experience than work.

REWARD YOURSELF

Do you have a fitness goal for the month? Whether you choose to complete the 12-Day Holiday Hustle or just try to get to the gym on the weekends, set a goal for yourself to complete before the new year. If you complete your goal, buy yourself a Christmas present or treat yourself to a night out with family or friends. Having a reward in mind will help you reach your goal.

The Holiday Hustle is a great time to get back into a routine before the holidays. The harder you work throughout the month, the less guilt you can feel at the end of your Christmas cookie binge. Head to your local PLF to learn more about the Holiday Hustle and don't forget to register at the front desk as a way to hold yourself accountable all December long.