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 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. How to Keep Kids Active in a Winter without Organized Sports Use these tips to help keep your young athletes active as it becomes harder for them to engage in organized sports due to COVID-19 and winter. Gymnastics Drills for Beginners These are great workouts for any gymnast, but especially for those beginners. Drill number two is a favorite! 10 Dry Land Exercises for Swimmers You Can Do at Home To improve as a swimmer, water-based workouts and honing technique are essential. Youth Sports Community Gets Creative As They Incorporate #SportsAtHome Being stuck indoors due to the Coronavirus outbreak means you need a bit of imagination to practice and stay game-ready for when the time comes and sports are back No Weights Needed Wrestling Strength Training Exercises There are many benefits to those who participate in a youth wrestling program How a Volleyball Club Can Continue to Serve Its Members During the Coronavirus Crisis Rather than wait for practices to resume, many club directors and their staff have organized ways for their teams, coaches and families to stay connected and continue training from home. The Top 6 Core Exercises for Swimmers It's important to continue to your core strength during this time. Check out workout number three - it 's "super"! Lessons Learned After One Year of COVID-19 It’s been a full year since the COVID-19 pandemic began, forcing coaches, parents, and athletes to change how they viewed team sports. Best Practice For Dry Land Training How to Practice Taekwondo at Home – A Beginner’s Guide If you're new to martial arts, here are some ways to prepare your home for Taekwondo training. View More Read the Rest of the Article at JVA sports in this article Volleyball tags in this article Athlete Healthy at Home JVA