{"id":8191,"date":"2019-09-21T12:39:35","date_gmt":"2019-09-21T17:39:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newwavefitness.com\/blog\/?p=8191"},"modified":"2021-04-21T01:12:12","modified_gmt":"2021-04-21T06:12:12","slug":"10-ways-beat-bulge-at-social-events","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newwavefitness.com\/blog\/10-ways-beat-bulge-at-social-events\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Ways to Beat the Bulge at Social Events"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\r\n<style>\r\ntime, .blog-media {display: none;}\r\n.content ul, p {font: normal normal normal 18px \"Lovivenir\", \"Open Sans\", Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;\r\n    line-height: 30px;\r\n }\r\n.single-post article p {\r\nfont: 19px  Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;\r\n    margin-bottom: 25px;\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\r\n<p style=\"margin-top: -40px;\"><br \/>\n<em>Doesn&#8217;t it seem like every social event revolves around food and drink? Any time we humans gather, there&#8217;s always yummy food, fancy beverages and mountains of snacks.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>So do you wonder how you can combine fun social events and that great food and still keep your health? Here are some tips to help:<\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newwavefitness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/01-fill-half-of-your-plate-1.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newwavefitness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/01-fill-half-of-your-plate-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"604\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>1.<\/strong> Fill half of your plate with fruits and vegetables. Easy!<\/p>\n<p>Eating foods rich in fiber is important because of the multiple benefits such as reduced blood glucose levels, heart disease prevention, better digestion and the reduction of cholesterol absorption.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newwavefitness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/02-choose-meat-instead-1.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8684\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newwavefitness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/02-choose-meat-instead-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"604\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>2.<\/strong> Choose meat instead of mayo-based salads. (Whoa, did I just say opt for meat?)<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s examine the nutritional difference between grilled chicken and potato salad:<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">a) Boneless, Skinless, Grilled Chicken (3 ounces)<br \/>\n93 calories<br \/>\n1.05 g fat<br \/>\n0 g carbs<br \/>\n19.41 g protein<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">b) Potato Salad (3 ounces)<br \/>\n123 calories<br \/>\n6.96 g fat<br \/>\n9.51 g carbs<br \/>\n2.28 g protein<\/p>\n<p>Although there is not much difference in calories, there is a significant difference in protein.<\/p>\n<p>A higher protein content will help you feel more full, thus eating less.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newwavefitness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/03-keep-your-carbs-1.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8685\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newwavefitness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/03-keep-your-carbs-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"604\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>3.<\/strong> Keep your carbs at a minimum&#8230;and healthy.<\/p>\n<p>Opt for sweet potatoes instead of white, for instance&#8230;or, kale chips instead of potato chips.<\/p>\n<p>I know it sounds awful,&nbsp;but once you try the healthy option, you might just find&nbsp;that you prefer sweet potatoes or kale chips.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newwavefitness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/04-keep-a-full-bottle-1.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8686\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newwavefitness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/04-keep-a-full-bottle-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"604\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>4.<\/strong> Keep a full bottle of cool, refreshing water with you at all times.<\/p>\n<p>The more water you drink, the less you will eat, as water helps you feel more full.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newwavefitness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/05-eat-something-high.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8687\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newwavefitness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/05-eat-something-high.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"604\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>5.<\/strong> Have a small bite to eat before you attend an event.<\/p>\n<p>Eat something high in fiber (like an apple) to help you feel full, which will keep you from overindulging.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newwavefitness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/06-dont-skip-the-dessert.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8688\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newwavefitness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/06-dont-skip-the-dessert.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"604\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>6.<\/strong> Don\u2019t skip the dessert table, but do&nbsp;exercise moderation.<\/p>\n<p>Just a bite or two&nbsp;of a sweet will satisfy you without adding&nbsp;calories.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newwavefitness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/07-when-you-drink.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8689\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newwavefitness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/07-when-you-drink.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"604\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>7.<\/strong> You do not have to skip having beer&nbsp;or a fun cocktail, but remember, liquid&nbsp;calories add up fast.<\/p>\n<p>It is easy to ignore&nbsp;how many calories you are consuming&nbsp;when you are drinking them instead of&nbsp;eating them.<\/p>\n<p>Water with lemon, lime or even&nbsp;cucumber infused will give you a more healthy, yet&nbsp;still tasty option.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newwavefitness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/08-plan-cardio-workouts.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8690\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newwavefitness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/08-plan-cardio-workouts.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"604\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>8.<\/strong> Plan your time so that you can get in a workout either before or after the event. Cardio will be especially beneficial if you are planning to eat high-calorie food.<\/p>\n<p>However, if getting in a full workout will be difficult, still make time for yourself.&nbsp;Any exercise is good exercise\u2014a 10-minute, fast-paced walk around a block or two will help. (Think high intensity interval training!)<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newwavefitness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/09-after-a-feast.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8691\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newwavefitness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/09-after-a-feast.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"604\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>9.<\/strong> After the feast, you might get a group of friends or&nbsp;relatives together to take a walk.<\/p>\n<p>You can catch up,&nbsp;reminisce, or just chat. Aim for a&nbsp;mile or two if possible.<\/p>\n<p>It will feel good and definitely&nbsp;aids in your metabolism\u2019s burning efforts.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newwavefitness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/10-keep-track-of.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8692\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newwavefitness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/10-keep-track-of.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"604\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>10.<\/strong> Oh, and one more tip\u2014write down everything you eat.<\/p>\n<p>Use an app such as MyFitnessPal to document every single morsel.<\/p>\n<p>As you keep track of&nbsp;what you eat, you will be less inclined to overindulge.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>Remember, you can still have fun at any social event.&nbsp;Make healthier choices, eat in moderation, drink a lot of water&#8230;and never forget to make time for yourself every day for exercise and your life will be energizing and fun!<\/em><br \/>\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.newwavefitness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/infography_final.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-8375 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newwavefitness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/infography_final-732x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\"><\/a>\r\n<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Doesn&#8217;t it seem like every social event revolves around food and drink? Any time we humans gather, there&#8217;s always yummy food, fancy beverages and mountains of snacks.&nbsp; So do you wonder how you can combine fun social events and that great food and still keep your health? Here are some tips to help: 1. 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