11/25/2025
🦃✨ Healthy & Injury-Free Thanksgiving Tips! ✨🦃
The holidays are a time for family, fun, and great food — not sprains, strains, or stomach aches. Here’s how to enjoy Thanksgiving while keeping your body feeling its best:
💧 1. Stay Hydrated
Drink plenty of water throughout the day. It helps digestion, supports joints, and keeps energy steady.
👟 2. Move Your Body
Take a short walk before or after your meal. Gentle movement keeps muscles loose and helps prevent stiffness or back pain.
🦴 3. Lift With Care
Carrying turkeys, boxes, chairs, or decorations? Bend your knees, keep the weight close, and avoid twisting your back.
🍽️ 4. Eat Mindfully
Enjoy your favorites—just watch portion sizes to avoid discomfort, bloating, or reflux. Slow down and give your body time to digest.
🛋️ 5. Don’t Lounge Too Long
After eating, avoid sinking into the couch for hours. Alternating movement with rest helps prevent tight hips, low-back pain, and joint stiffness.
👟 6. Supportive Footwear for Cooking
If you’re hosting or cooking all day, wear supportive shoes and consider a cushioned mat to protect your knees, hips, and back.
😴 7. Rest & Recharge
Holiday stress is real. Prioritize good sleep so your body can recover and stay strong.
