How to keep up your exercise routine during Easter

Every year after Christmas we make certain New Year’s resolutions to eat healthier and exercise regularly, but as soon as the Easter season approaches those promises we made to flies out the window.

We’ve all promised not to indulge in too many chocolate eggs and marshmallows come Easter. Yet, when we visit the gym after this holiday period, the scale might be telling a different story.

We’ve broken down a few ways on how to keep up your exercise during the Easter period:

Stay fit on the road

For those who will be road tripping this holiday and spend hours in the same crammed position in a car – make sure to stop regularly and do at least 10-minutes of cardio. Stretch those legs and get your blood pumping by doing some jumping jacks, running on the spot or find a wall and attempt a few squats. When visiting a new place, exploring on foot will help keep fit too. Even though water may be scarce in certain parts of the country, make sure to drink enough to keep hydrated on your road trip.

Staycation exercises

If you will be staying home this Easter season and don’t feel like traveling to the gym, we have some tips on how to stay fit while in the comfort of your home. Intense cleaning around the house is a good way to stay on your feet, take the dog for a walk or even go for a hike.

Fewer chocolate eggs, more breakfast eggs

On a cheat day it might be okay to start your day off with an easter egg, but for the rest of your holiday eat a big healthy breakfast if you won’t be exercising. Eggs provide all kinds of high-quality protein and contain decent amounts of vitamins. As for the rest of your Easter diet, indulge in fish during this time. Fish is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and a great source of minerals.

Count your calories

There is no need to completely deprive yourself of Easter eggs this holiday, if you will be chowing down on them just be sure to count your calories and walk it off a little later.