Thanksgiving Wellness Guide: Easy Nutrition and Movement Tips for Busy Moms

It has been raining pretty steadily here this past week and honestly… it’s been kind of cozy. School is finally starting to wind down for me, the kids have been busy, and we’re in that pre-holiday rhythm where everything feels full but also really sweet. If you’re feeling that too, you’re not alone.

With Thanksgiving just a couple days away, I wanted to send you something simple and grounding. Holidays can feel chaotic, but they don’t need to leave you feeling overwhelmed or totally off track.

So here’s your strategy for a steady, enjoyable Thanksgiving week.

Whether you’re hosting, bringing a dish, or just showing up to eat… having a plan helps so much.

This is not about restriction or skipping the foods you love. It’s about giving yourself some structure so you can enjoy the holiday and still feel good afterward.

Here’s your Thanksgiving Strategy: 

Pick one supportive thing you’ll focus on this week. 

• Eat a nourishing breakfast before the day gets crazy 

• Stay hydrated throughout the week 

• Get a short walk in before or after your meal 

• Prep one dish early to lighten your Thursday 

• Keep one simple dinner ready so you’re not relying on last-minute takeout
  

Small, realistic habits matter more than anything extreme during holiday weeks.

And… your Holiday Recipe Book sneak peek is here! 

Inside this blog post, you’ll find a portion of my holiday recipe book with simple, family-friendly dishes. Members get the full book, but I wanted to share a preview so you can head into the holiday with a few fresh ideas and less stress.

VIEW THE HOLIDAY BOOK!

Simple Nutrition Strategy 

As things get busy this week, remember your Plate It Method.

Start your plate with:  Protein • Fiber • Color

Then add the holiday foods you’re excited about. Yes, you can absolutely have the pie. This isn’t about earning food or “being good.”It’s about supporting your body first so you feel steady, satisfied, and not overloaded. This one shift makes a huge difference in how you feel the rest of the day.

Movement Tip

Are you doing a Turkey Trot this year? If you are, leave a comment and tell me! I want to celebrate you. Taking a class? Walking with family? Even 10 minutes is a win this week.

And if you need something quick at home, here’s a simple 20-minute full-body workout you can do right from your living room:

20-Minute At-Home Thanksgiving Week Workout  No equipment needed. Repeat the circuit 3 times. 

• Squat to knee drive – 45 seconds 

• Incline push-ups on a counter or couch – 45 seconds 

• Glute bridge – 45 seconds 

• Reverse lunges – 45 seconds 

• Fast feet or marching in place – 45 seconds 

• Rest 30 seconds between rounds.
  

A little movement goes a long way this week.

Looking for more support?

If you want more support like this throughout the entire season, this is exactly what I share inside my program. The women in there get high touch support, simple strategies, and personal guidance from me every week. If you’ve been wanting help staying consistent without the overwhelm, the membership is where that happens.

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