The silly season is well and truly upon us, so I've compiled a quick list to keep you on track, in the hope that you come out the other side in one piece. Have a merry Christmas and Healthy AND Happy New Year!

1. Keep Moving

Having time off around Christmas is an ideal time to try something new.

Ask your family and friends what they like to do for exercise and you might find something you can enjoy together in the new year.

Some ideas:

beach cricket with the family
go for a hike off the beaten track
try stand up paddle boarding or surfing
take up running
work in the garden
take a Power Yoga class
join Adelaide Outdoors Meetup
take swimming lessons
sign up for a free trial at the local gym
play tennis
go snorkeling or diving

Traveling or maybe you're living in the Northern Hemisphere and it's too cold outside?

Download the free 7 minute workout app and get a full body workout. A great way to maintain your fitness!

Commit to at least 30 minutes of exercise EVERY day and your body will thank you for it!

2. Find Time To Relax

The weeks and months leading up to the silly season can be very stressful with pressure to meet deadlines at work and all the extra socialising.

It's important to take some time to decompress, have some time to yourself and unwind.

Some tips:

get a massage
attend a restorative yoga class
have a warm bath
take a day trip to a beach or national park
have a movie day with friends
do a breath centered meditation
start a journal
learn how to play a new instrument
cook a meal that you've been wanting to try and relax while doing it

3. Stay Hydrated

It can be difficult to stay properly hydrated with the warm weather and increased alcohol consumption. Keep an eye on your urine colour; if it's dark you probably need to up your fluid intake. Some ideas:

freshly made fruit juices (apple, celery and ginger is refreshing in the summer)
coconut water
hydralyte or nuun
warm lemon and honey water
good old fashioned water

4. Drink Peppermint Tea

All the rich food over the silly season can play havoc with your digestion system.

Peppermint tea can:

aid digestion
relieve nausea
reduce stress
strengthen the immune system

5. Enjoy Quality > Quantity Food

Of course this is THE time of year to indulge, so my only advice is to spend a bit extra on the best quality food that you will really enjoy and leave you feeling great, rather than pigging out feeling sick for days after.