Shannon Center Weekly Nutrition Tip – Get on track post-holiday eating!

Did you overindulge during the Easter holiday? Below are some tips to get you back on track!

1. Limit yourself to one small treat a day
2. Increase the water! Most post-holiday weight gain is from excess carbs and salt so drink up to help flush your system! Aim for at least 64 oz. a day, more if you are working out.
3. Get a moving! Below are some quick ways to burn 100 kcals.

Ways to burn 100 calories:

• 15 minutes of an aerobics class;
• Elliptical machine (arms and legs) for 12 minutes;
• Walking or running one mile;
• Biking for 20 minutes;
• 20 minutes of yard work;
• Life weights for 20-30 minutes;
• Playing tennis for 20 minutes;
• Play Wii boxing or tennis for 20 minutes;
• Swim laps for 12 minutes;
• Running Stairs for six minutes;
• Yoga for 20 minutes;
• Jump rope for nine minutes;
• Dance class (or just dance!) for nine minutes;
• Cleaning the house for 30 minutes.

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