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December–January 2023–2024 Edition
Helpful Holiday Health Tips
The most wonderful time of the year is here! Bring on the baking and parties with friends and family. Too many times it is also a time to add a few extra inches to the waist. Our Lifestyles Fitness Center team has some tips to hopefully help you eliminate Stick to your routine as much as possible. Consistency is key to keeping up good habits and maintaining a healthy weight throughout the holiday season. But if you can’t… Squeeze in a workout whenever you can. If you can’t make it to the gym, sneak in a quick 10 minute walk, do push-ups on the kitchen counter while you’re making dinner, or park farther away. Mall walking while holiday shopping counts as activity too! Sneak in extra bits of activity anywhere you can —every little bit adds up! Eat only the foods you love Pick 2–3 of your favorite holiday treats and enjoy them! Practice mindful eating by chewing slowly and savoring those special foods that we only get this time of the year. If you’re offered something that you don’t like, don’t feel obliged to eat it.
Thank you to the community partners who participated in Freak Fun Friday, including: Meijer, The Village of Bolingbrook, The Candy Shoppe, Grove Dental, NWCSRA, and our park district staff and families. Special shout-out to our decoration contest winner - the Selep family!
It’s ok to say no to certain events If it stresses you out feeling like you have to attend everything that you’re invited to, choose the things that are truly meaningful to you.
keep you fuller longer, but will also aid with digestion and help you to consume less calories overall.
Plan your day Avoid temptations on a busy day of errands by packing a healthy snack. Almonds, a small piece of fruit or protein bars are easy to carry and can keep you fueled up until meal time. Stay hydrated Sometimes your body thinks it’s hungry but it’s really just thirsty. Try drinking a glass of water before each meal. Not only will it
Remember, it’s a holiDAY Indulge for the day, not the entire season. When the party’s over, don’t let the treats linger. Send leftovers home with friends and family or take them to work and leave in the break room. Take time to enjoy this time of year Hit the trails for a brisk walk in the cool air and soak in all the positive things in your life. We wish a very happy, healthy Holiday season and look forward to seeing everyone in 2024.
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p3 The District Calendar At’a Glance p4–7 THANK YOU BOLINGBROOK! p8 FREE Events from
p9 Parkie’s Great Bake Off p10 Weight Loss Solutions p12 Staff Spotlight bolingbrookparks.org
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