We tend to go all out for the long holiday weekend – no work means more time to play, right? I know all about it! Unfortunately, sometimes a lot of that ‘playing’ can leave us feeling sluggish and sick on Tuesday, when the real world sets in again. From indulging at barbecues, partaking in a few alcoholic beverages, and getting in your favorite summer sweet treats while you can, recovering from the holiday weekend is almost a necessity sometimes. Here’s 5 Healthy Tips to Detox After A Weekend Of Overeating. Hit the “reset” button and step into a new season feeling totally refreshed!
TIP 1: Get Some Extra Sleep
Sleep is definitely your friend if you find yourself doing a lot of celebrating. Maybe you can make it on 5 or 6 hours during your typical week, but your body needs extra sleep if you’re not exactly taking care of it in other ways. Try to sneak in a nap when you can, or get to bed a little earlier for the next few days. You’ll feel refreshed in no time.
TIP 2: Get Your Routine Eating Back on Track
Going for that extra double cheeseburger at your family cookout may have sounded great at the time, but it can leave you feeling bloated for days. Once the holiday festivities are over, make a plan to eat clean and healthy for the next several days, and do it diligently. Planning is definitely the key here, so try to do it before all of the holiday fun starts. Getting some meal prep in is a great way to take action ahead of time, so you have some healthy and rejuvenating meals and snacks ready to go when the weekend is over.
TIP 3: Hydrate, hydrate and hydrate more
It’s probably safe to say you enjoyed an alcoholic beverage or two while you were celebrating, and there’s nothing wrong with that! However, between the fun in the sun, alcohol, and rich foods, your body is put through quite a bit. It can be really easy to get dehydrated when we’re drinking alcohol, sodas, etc., and not enough water, without even really really realizing it. So, be sure you’re getting enough water throughout the rest of the week. Keep a water bottle at your side all the time, even if you’re at work, and refill it the moment it’s empty. Staying hydrated will give you more energy, and will give your skin a healthy glow.
TIP 4: Come back to your why
One of the biggest mistakes people make after a holiday weekend is focusing on it even after the fact. While there’s nothing wrong with looking back on the fun times you had, dwelling on it too much can cause you to lose focus on the important things you might have in front of you. For example, if you find yourself at work on a Tuesday morning, wishing you were still at the beach, or at a cookout, you’re not going to be as focused on the work you need to do. Plus, you may even become somewhat resentful, which can be draining. Staying focused and getting back on track with responsibilities quickly can be a serious mental challenge, but it’s one you should put yourself up for if you want to really recover quickly.
TIP 5: Sweat it Out
Finally, get back into a regular workout routine as soon as possible, even if it means taking a long walk everyday. Regular exercise will help to boost your energy, and flush out some of the toxins in your body through sweat.
Getting back into a normal, healthy routine as soon as possible after a holiday weekend can be challenging, especially when you know a change of season is coming up. But, these simple tips will have you feeling your best in no time!