Under the Barbell, Over the Bullsh!t

12: A Healthier Approach to Thanksgiving & The Holidays

Sophia Bassett and Kristin Petrony

In this episode, Kristin and Sophia focus on the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. They share strategies for maintaining health through the holiday season. The conversation also touches on navigating family dynamics, especially when faced with comments about body image and food choices. They emphasize the importance adjusting goals, having a strategy, and celebrating togetherness while prioritizing self-care and personal health goals.

Key Takeaways:

  • It's important to maintain a healthy mindset during the holidays.
  • Setting realistic goals can help navigate holiday eating.
  • Mindfulness in food choices can prevent feelings of guilt.
  • It's okay to take breaks during family gatherings.
  • Visualizing positive outcomes can help manage holiday stress.
  • Establishing boundaries around body comments is essential.
  • Staying consistent with workouts helps maintain balance.
  • Navigating family dynamics, comments made, setting boundaries

Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Personal Updates

11:19
Celebrating Achievements: A Son's Cross Country Victory

20:43
Navigating the Holiday Season: Mindset and Strategies

27:50
Visualization Techniques for Mindful Eating

28:05
The Importance of Movement After Meals

29:11
Mindset Shift: Exercise as Celebration, Not Punishment

31:18
Creating Happy Memories Over Guilt During Holidays

32:23
Planning for Health and Fitness During Busy Seasons

33:14
Navigating Family Dynamics and Inappropriate Comments

39:02
Setting Boundaries and Responding to Comments

40:27
Creating Your Own Holiday Traditions

45:36
Experiences Over Material Gifts During Holidays

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Your Anti-Diet Culture BFFs, 

Sophia & Kristin