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 Advice for athletes during coronavirus cancelations You’re still a teammate. You’re still involved with your sport Demonstrating Coachability and Character During the Coronavirus Recruiting Dead Period College coaches look for more than just athletic ability and academics when evaluating prospects; they care about potential recruits’ coachability and character, too. Children’s Hospital Offers Coronavirus Resources for Kids and Parents Stony Brook Children’s Hospital now offers web-based resources and activities for parents and children seeking to understand and weather the coronavirus pandemic. A List of Indoor Activities That Will Keep Kids Entertained While Staying at Home Easy, kid-friendly activities that will keep their minds occupied at home Should Parents Continue to Push Virtual Training? From meetings to conferences to trainings to family gatherings, we spend more time staring at a screen than ever before. Missing sports? They’re still safe at home We don’t have any live sports to watch or play. But that doesn’t mean we can’t make our own, right? Flourishing Amidst COVID: If Camus (and Aristotle) Were Your Coach Youth athletes are in the midst of a legitimately challenging time, on so many levels. 10 Soccer Drills You Can Practice at Home Some of the best soccer drills you can practice at home can be done with just a ball, your feet, and some dedication How to Eat for Immune Support During COVID-19 Registered dietitian and specialist in sports dietetics shares her best tips for boosting immunity in the kitchen. At Home Hockey Workouts – No Equipment Needed Training with no equipment as a hockey player puts you in a unique position Why Dance Is Good for Fitness If you’re bored of workouts or can’t face another long run, try dancing yourself fit - here’s how to get started. Fun Fourth of July Activities for Kids 14 fail-proof Fourth of July activities for kids View More Read the Rest of the Article at JVA sports in this article Volleyball tags in this article Athlete Healthy at Home JVA