The season to be .......active!

I've been giving some thought to the whole festive season and the joy it brings along with a few challenges as well.  Breaking up for Christmas is almost like reaching a finish line.  You've worked hard to get there and once you've closed the door at work, you can relax and probably over indulge!  Other than Christmas day itself, when you eat your body weight in rich food, there will be plenty of social gatherings where you'll have a few mince pies and more wine than normal.  Come on, it's Christmas so why not?  Let your hair down, if you have any left but beware.  If you pile the pounds on it's like strapping on a heavy rucksack to your chest and heading out for a run - you'll notice the difference immediately.
My festive period is all planned.  I'm looking forward to a change of routine.  Early morning training will only happen if I wake up and can't get back to sleep.  Otherwise I will choose the time that suits me.  I want to spend time with the family in between their many social engagements, catch up with friends and also catch up on sleep.  There are books I want to read and time doing absolutely nothing.
But with every finish line, there's usually a start line on the horizon so you need to keep going or it will be a much harder start when you get back.
The annual ATHelite fancy dress run took place yesterday at Chatelherault and although the pace was dreadfully slow as we stopped for photos, we had a good laugh and still managed to be active.  Better that thank lying on the couch!
I'll be heading out to the garage shortly to complete my last training session of the week, a turbo session with my new power pedals.  I'm fascinated by the data my Garmin is collecting.  This should give me a good idea as to how my fitness and strength training is progressing.
So make the most of your time off.  Have a blast but keep active.  Walk rather than take the car as you can burn off a few more carbs and get your step count up.  Have a wonderful Christmas and reflect on everything you have that's good in your life.  We are so lucky.  Merry Christmas.