Corry’s 5 Holiday Tips to Stay On Track

Here Are Corry’s Top Tips for Staying on Track This Holiday Season

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The holidays can be magical—but let’s be real, they can also throw a serious curveball at your health goals. Between parties, travel, and sweet treats everywhere you turn, it’s easy to feel like your only option is to say “screw it” and start over in January.

But it doesn’t have to be that way.

Corry Matthews, co-founder of Strength & Grace Fitness, is sharing her real-life, doable tips to help you enjoy the season without losing sight of your wellness goals. These five tips are all about balance, empowerment, and yes—still indulging in your favorite holiday goodies.

Corry’s 5 Holiday Tips to Stay On Track

Holiday Tip #1: Hydration is non-negotiable.

Start your day with 8 oz. of water, sip throughout the day, and bookend your evening with another glass before bed. Add more if you’re hitting the gym or doing a holiday shopping marathon.

At parties, alternate every alcoholic drink with a full glass of water—you’ll stay hydrated and naturally drink less.

Skipping alcohol? Grab seltzer with a lime or lemon twist. Ask the bartender to serve it in a wine or cocktail glass so you feel festive without the booze.

Holiday Tip #2: Prioritize Protein, Fat, Fiber & Greens.

Each meal should include these four components to help you feel full, balance blood sugar, and stay energized.

When it comes to carbs, stick with one-ingredient options: think rice, potatoes, beans, and legumes.

Holiday Tip #3: Don’t skip meals on party day.

Heading to a holiday event? Eat your regular meals—breakfast, lunch, and a small pre-party snack. Arriving hangry guarantees overeating (and likely some stomach regrets later).

Holiday Tip #4: Indulge in your favorites—and only your favorites.

Pick the treats and dishes you really love, then walk away from the food table.

Staying near the snacks makes you 25% more likely to keep eating—even when you’re full.

Holiday Tip #5: Sugar—Enjoy it, but with a plan.

Yes, desserts are part of the holidays! You can have them—just be smart about it:

·         Eat sweets after a balanced meal (with protein & veggies)

·         Skip sugar before bed or with alcohol (we’ll talk about why in the next email)

·         Choose your favorites and skip the rest. Love Grandma’s cinnamon rolls? Have one, and pass on the store-bought cookies.

And One Last Tip… Move!

No need to hit the gym every day—just get in some movement. A family walk after dinner, stretching between holiday errands, or dancing while you cook all count.

Pair daily movement with these 5 simple strategies, and you’ll roll into January feeling strong, balanced, and so proud of yourself.

Want Corry’s Strength & Grace Holiday Recipes?

Turn your favorite seasonal treats into healthier versions that taste amazing—and no one will even know the difference.

Follow Corry on social @corrymatthews and DM her the word HOLIDAY. She’ll send the full recipe set straight to your messages.