From Thanksgiving Feasts to Christmas Sweets: Staying on Track During the Holidays

In this episode, we're diving into a common challenge that many busy fathers and parents face: navigating the holidays, birthdays, and special occasions while trying to lose weight. It can be a real test of willpower, especially depending on where you are in your weight loss journey.

For me, October is birthday central in my household, with a lineup of celebrations. Balancing birthday cakes, sweets, and the temptations of Halloween can be a real challenge, but control is essential during these times.

In this episode, we discuss practical strategies for handling these situations without derailing your weight loss progress. From giving in to cravings in moderation to maintaining self-discipline, we share tips to enjoy the festivities while staying on track. Plus, we explore strategies like maintenance over deficit, loosely tracking your intake, practicing portion control, and staying hydrated to help you make it through the holiday season without compromising your goals.

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About Busy Dad Weight loss: The Busy Dad Weight Loss Show is a weekly show helping busy dad’s and parents lose and maintain weight in a healthy and sustainable way that should last a lifetime. Justin Patrick lost over 140 pounds and has been in maintenance since 2010. However, he began to pick up weight through fatherhood and had regained about 40 pounds before buckling down to make sure he got his weight back in control. Justin talks about his challenges with weight loss, every day strategies, and steps he took to lose a substantial amount of weight. Justin also talks to busy dad’s like you that share their stories of weight loss. No matter where you are in your weight loss journey, the Busy Dad Weight Loss show is for you!

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