Bounce Back From Memorial Day Weekend

May 25, 2020 "Recognize and rely on your strengths. This will give you confidence and help you carry out your plan." — Donald D. Hensrud, M.D., M.P.H. Mind and Body The key to weight loss: Make a mental shift Feeling a little frustrated after indulging too much over the holiday weekend? Don't worry — start making healthy choices now, and you'll feel good again in no time. Getting back on track at your next opportunity is the key to preventing holiday weight gain. It's also crucial to stay positive. Don't sabotage your efforts with a self-defeating outlook. Instead, stay motivated to reach your goals with these effective techniques. Be aware of these negative thinking patterns » Healthy Eating 10 quick and healthy meal ideas Feeling a little bloated and sluggish? The easiest way to start feeling good again is to eat more fruits and vegetables. Eat as many as you can this week, and use these tips to seamlessly create meals that pack in produce. Try these simple suggestions » Today's Fitness Tip Get creative with physical activity Keeping your workouts interesting will help you enjoy getting regular physical activity and will help you stay motivated to keep moving toward your goals. Maybe your workout routine includes various activities, such as walking, bicycling or rowing. But don't stop there. Take a hike or spend an evening in your living room dancing with your loved ones. ADVERTISEMENT Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. Advertising & Sponsorship: Policy | Opportunities BECOME A MEMBER! You are receiving this message because you subscribed to The Mayo Clinic Diet newsletter, powered by Everyday Health. REMOVE me from this list | ADD me to this list | Customer service Copyright © 2020 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. All rights reserved. Subject to our terms of service and privacy policy. Mailing address: 345 Hudson Street, 16th Flr., New York, NY 10014