Preparing YourSELF for the Hectic Holiday Season

• Decide how many days per week you want to exercise, what time of day you want to do it, and block that time off on your calendar. 
• Plan for a mix of methods and locations, such as cardio, strengthening, and lengthening at home, outdoors, and in the studio
• Book sessions through the new year if possible with your studio of choice in advance (our schedule is right here!)

Mindset Work to Prep for the Holidays

Mind over matter is absolutely real but in order to actually achieve it, you have to practice some mindset work. Don’t wait until you are overwhelmed and overbooked to put this practice into place. Decide now what you want your holidays to look like from a mental perspective. Get there with a few key actions.

1. Say No: If there is ever a time to practice setting boundaries, the holidays are it! Free your mental load by saying no. You don’t have to accept every invitation and you don’t have to volunteer for every project. Say no. 
2. Be Still: Give yourself time and space to be quiet, alone, and still. Naps work wonders. Meditation and reflection do, too. 
3. Affirm: Pick an affirmation that speaks to you for the season, write it down, and put it on your mirror or fridge. Read it, repeat it, and believe it. 

Take Your Soul into Account for the Holidays

The desire to give back is an absolutely wonderful motivation during the holidays. Fill your soul with purpose and pleasure by choosing a charity, volunteer opportunity, family to sponsor, or cause to contribute to this holiday season. Take time before things get busy researching options and commit to the ways you want to give back. Just don’t over-commit. (See above…and say no.)

One of the significant sources of stress during the holidays is gift-giving. The financial strain can cause serious concern. On top of that, we tend to put a great deal of pressure on ourselves to find just the right gift for all the special someones on our list. This year give yourself grace. You don’t have to get a gift for everyone. You don’t have to blow people away with your thoughtful selection. Be kind to yourself and give yourself some slack. Your soul will thank you. 

Prepare Your Whole Self–Body, Mind, and Soul–at the Studio

If the idea of doing all this self-work ahead of such a stressful time is raising your blood pressure, we have great news. At SPYNE Pilates Studio we can support your body, mind, and soul all at once! 

Our commitment to you is to deliver sessions that move your body, clear your mind, and soothe your soul all season long. Check out our schedule here. We are taking advance bookings all the way through mid-December. Need a new package? We’ve got you covered on that front, too. Check out your options here.

Here’s to less stress!