How to Maintain Fitness Over the Festive Period ‘Tis the season for indulgence. As a result, it can be
difficult to prioritise staying active. With the hustle and bustle of the
Christmas period, you may notice your exercise routine is dropping. However, it
is possible to both enjoy Christmas and stay active. It is very important for
dancers to rest, but we understand that keeping fit and flexible is a concern
for many, especially when you have worked so hard throughout the year.
This month’s blog at The Oundle School of Ballet
looks at how you can maintain your fitness over Christmas. For further advice,
call us in Peterborough on 01832 272 981 .
Drink Plenty of Water It can be easy amidst the chaos to forget to drink lots of
water. With all the hot chocolates and cheeky tipples flying around, don’t
forget to keep up your water intake.
Drinking lots of water helps boost your metabolism which
helps you digest the festive treats more efficiently.
Remember that Something is Better than Nothing It is important to rest over the festive period. Don’t set
highly ambitious goals but do keep your body moving. However, don’t be too hard
on yourself. You could also combine your workouts with socialising. Buddy up
with a friend and commit to working out together. Exercising with a friend is a
great way to remain motivated and ensure you see your fitness goal through. It
is also a fantastic opportunity for a catch up.
Regular and consistent training is key to maintaining
your fitness levels, even if it is short and sweet.
Perhaps do a ballet barre to keep things ticking over –
don’t forget our videos from the first lockdown are still on YouTube – you can
access them here .
For those wanting to maintain their pointework strength, make sure you do lots
of slow rises; these will help your ankles to stay strong. You can even do them whilst cleaning your
teeth!
Alternatively, try something different – cross-training for
dancers is really beneficial and it’s always good to try something new.
Eat a Good Breakfast Start the day off right by making a healthy and filling breakfast.
Don’t skip meals to make up for over-eating or you will be more likely to
over-eat later in the day. Try to make meal plans and keep them to when you
normally eat.
Staying on track over Christmas can be difficult, but by
implementing a few safeguards, you will ensure you feel great going into the
New Year. Life is about balance.
Get Plenty of Rest This time of year is the perfect opportunity to wind down.
Getting enough rest is essential in staying healthy. It gives you the energy
you need to complete your workouts and still enjoy the Christmas period.
Your body will thank you for the rest.
Contact Us For more advice about how you can maintain your fitness over
Christmas, don’t hesitate to contact The Oundle School of Ballet. Call us in
Peterborough on 01832 272 981 . Alternatively, you
can fill out our online contact form .
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