Training tips for the holiday season
Some runners may struggle to keep up with their training schedule during the holiday season. Staying active in some way will give you energy, reduce stress and tension and, of course, help mitigate some of the extra calories you may be consuming.
Here are some tips for effective training during the holiday period:
Plan ahead
Plan your workout schedule during your vacation beforehand. Even if you change it, you've already made a commitment to exercise.
Embrace the morning run
Run early in the morning, and make sure your running is over by the time the rest of your family is starting to stir.
Short and effective workouts
Many runners tend to think that longer equates to better, but a short, fast run will improve your aerobic capacity, develop your fast-twitch muscles, and boost your metabolism.
Cross-train
Vacations provide many opportunities to try new and different sports, particularly those that are family-friendly like swimming, paddling, tennis, walking, etc.
Eat your daily greens
You don’t want to skip out on the holiday parties or give up your favorite holiday food. Instead of restricting certain foods, focus on your overall nutrition.
Intercare Classic Road Race
1 February 2020, Rietondale Park, Pretoria