Be active this Christmas A few tips to keep you active over the next week and a half: After your Christmas dinner instead of sitting in front of the TV to watch repeats of all your favorite shows that you have seen ten times over, go for an hour long walk. This will kick start your metabolism and help burn off those calories. During Christmas, plan outdoor activities with your children go to the beach, a forest trail, take out the bikes. Meet up with some friends for a walk and a skinny latte Go ice skating Any opportunity to go out take it. The hardest thing is putting on your runners or walking shoes. You will feel great afterwards. If you enjoy jogging or running look out for charity runs, there are a few out there. Take time out for yourself by setting yourself a daily challenge of getting 30 minutes of moderate activity daily. Every little bit helps, even 10 minutes a day of a brisk walk to the shop is better than nothing. Remember exercise releases adrenaline and endorphin's, which relieves stress and gives you more energy. So this Christmas why not make exercise and nutrition your daily habit