“I try to perform a short but intense HIIT workout early in the day. HIIT workouts also boost metabolism, so they are great to do around times we might be eating more of those holiday treats!”
“During the holidays I’m usually traveling to see family, signing on new clients with New Year’s resolutions, and frantically trying to prioritize my own training (if only to put those extra carbs to use!). I find that making small changes to my weekly split—like rearranging days or changing rep ranges—provides a new stimulus and a refreshing break.”
“My go-to workout to de-stress is running— whether it’s doing sprints, intervals, or a longer, steady-paced run—combined with lifting weights or taking a yoga class. I’ll try to do my run in the daylight, because the sunlight automatically boosts my mood, and getting some fresh air outside helps me relax.”
“I recently started taking a yoga class once a week and use the sauna every other day. I also take a 15-minute Epsom salt bath with lavender oil once a week after leg day, which helps reduce my stress dramatically!”
