December is here again! As tradition dictates, those closest to us gather to celebrate Christmas—one of the brightest family holidays. This time of year is marked by positive emotions, fun memories, lots of gifts and, of course, plenty of food. But is it possible to leave the holiday table without undoing the shape we’ve worked on all year? Of course it is.
We spoke with Nikolay Parvanov, Nikfit—the person behind the healthy eating brand Nikfit Kitchen by Pulse. He is an established nutrition expert with decades of experience and hundreds of lives transformed. We asked him how he manages to stay in great shape throughout the Christmas and New Year holidays. Here are Niki’s 5 top tips you can put into practice over the holidays:
1. Set limits!
Try not to eat too much, despite the temptation. A normal serving weighs around 300 to 450 grams. Using a food scale helps us understand exactly how much food we’re eating. If you don’t have one at home, what better time than Christmas to get a new appliance?
2. Eat with intention.
Eating late in the day, right before bed, can lead not only to difficult digestion but also to potential fat storage.
3. Don’t forget to exercise.
Being on holiday doesn’t mean you have to stop going to the gym. Pulse Fitness & Spa is open year-round, with the club closed only on 01.01. If you can’t make it to the gym, consider online workouts on the digital platform Pulse+
4. Hydration! Drinking water has so many benefits!
The US National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine recommends that men consume around 3.7 liters of fluids per day and women around 2.7 liters.
5. 3 hours between meals!
When we're on vacation, it's easy to mistake boredom for hunger. The two are unrelated and shouldn't be. Despite the temptation to keep visiting the fridge, we should leave at least 3 hours between meals.
Bonus tip: Trust the experts! If you want to be sure you're eating the best food for you—not just during the holidays, but all year round—you can get in touch with Nikolay Parvanov Nikfit today! Every meal plan created by Niki is tailored to each client's preferences, goals, and tastes.
