How to Maintain Health During the Holidays: An Athlete’s Guide by Guest Post JVA December 21, 2021 | 3 minutes, 1 second read AlexandraKa via Shutterstock At this time every year, athletes add another important aspect to their lives that can impact their training and performance: celebrating the holidays. With more time dedicated to seeing friends and family, this can be a healthful and restorative period for athletes—a chance to mentally recharge. The holidays, however, bring several temptations that when left unchecked can lead to negative effects on training that outweigh the positive energy during this month. Let’s look into how people tend to overindulge and what strategies you can exercise to maintain fitness through the month. Respect your hard work and discipline during the rest of the year by following these tips! Indulge in moderation. One lavish meal won’t dig you into a hole but a season of calorie-dense meals will, so try to exercise greater vigilance throughout the month. It is unlikely that the one to two pounds the average American gains during the holidays (and doesn’t lose, according to a The New England Journal of Medicine study) comes from a specific meal you had. The hidden calories are in all the little treats throughout the season. Included in that category are peppermint mochas, the candy bowl that sits on the table for the month of December, the endless supply of holiday cookies, and many more parties that involve festive drinks. About JVA The JVA Vision is to be the premier organization to serve all the needs of the Junior Volleyball Community. JVA is the ONLY national association that is 100% focused on junior volleyball and the needs of junior clubs. JVA is the leader in Junior Volleyball Programs and is a voice for junior clubs – your programs and your needs. JVA's number one goal is to help your club programs and events thrive. JVA unites club directors, coaches and educators to improve the junior volleyball experience. More Healthy at Home Articles Solo Drills To Improve Your Volleyball Skills There are plenty of opportunities to improve your game, even if you don't have anyone to work out with! 6 Wrestling Drills You Can Do From Home Without A Mat Or Partner There are ways to train and get better even if you are home alone How a 10-Minute ‘Reset’ May Make a Huge Difference for Kids at Home During this 10-minute window, parents are not required to direct the activity in any way – no asking engaging questions or encouraging praise. Fun Fourth of July Activities for Kids 14 fail-proof Fourth of July activities for kids Workout at Home with a Professional Triathlete Check out this new swim circuit workout to keep you in tip-top shape. How to Maintain Health During the Holidays: An Athlete’s Guide The holidays are a great time for athletes to rest and relax, but sometimes they can tempt unhealthy habits too. Here are some tips for staying healthy this season. Games to Play at Home With No Equipment Kids need play to stay active and engaged with one another, and to support families and teachers. 5 Healthy Packed Lunches for the Busy Parent and Athlete Here are some tips for packing easy lunches with minimal prep—and these options can feed you as well as your hungry athlete Turn Your Home Into Summer Camp With Fun and Interactive Projects From virtual camp to badminton and crafts, here's how to keep the kids busy this summer. 10 Ways to Keep Kids Active at Home With kids home, parents need to come up with ways to keep children physically and mentally active. Here are some suggestions. Beginners Ball-Handling Workout Ball-handling is a skill you can always work on by yourself, at home, and now is no different Distance Learning: Sports Edition Sports Tech has been utilizing distance learning tools that have become the new normal. Read how and why it'll be here to stay. View More Read the Rest of the Article at JVA sports in this article Volleyball tags in this article Athlete Healthy at Home JVA