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 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 5 Most Effective Features of an Off-Mat Wrestling Workout There are many possible solutions to include in a wrestlers workout Indoor Workouts Youth Soccer Players Can Do Anywhere Indoor Workouts Youth Soccer Players Can Do Anywhere A Routine to Help You Stay Healthy (and Sane) While You’re Stuck at Home Maintaining healthy routines — whether that’s a workout, a healthy meal or making time to relax and reset — can provide a sense of control during a time of uncertainty. How to Stay Safe & Train at Home During These Uncertain Times 4 things hockey players can do to take advantage of this extra time at home 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. Mental Health Advice: Tips for Supporting Student-Athletes During COVID-19 The coronavirus pandemic is impacting student-athletes beyond their ability to remain active; it is also affecting their mental health as uncertain continues around when they will be able to practice and compete again. Gymnastics Drills for Beginners These are great workouts for any gymnast, but especially for those beginners. Drill number two is a favorite! 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. 5 Ways Young Athletes Can Improve Their Mental Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic Some tips to help athletes focus on mental health during the pandemic. Using the Sports Shutdown to Recover the Joy of Sports The shutdown is discouraging BUT we can use it to rekindle our original love of sports The Ultimate Parents’ Guide to Education and Activity Resources Many more online portals and entertaining apps have been with us all along but never seemed more relevant. To give parents a sense of what’s out there, we’ve compiled resources in 10 categories View More Read the Rest of the Article at JVA sports in this article Volleyball tags in this article Athlete Healthy at Home JVA