The holiday season is the easiest time to fall out of our healthy routines. After all, it’s tempting to overindulge in all the wonderful food, and become sedentary when temperatures drop. Here are a few tips that will help you enjoy all of the best parts of the holidays without putting your health goals on the back burner until the new year.
Remember your motivation
What made you embark on a healthy living journey in the first place? It’s helpful to remind yourself daily of why you make these choices, whether it’s a small goal such as taking a daily walk, or a bigger goal like living a longer life. Try to remember the day you set your goal and how you felt, and what your hopes were. Sometimes our brains need to look back in order to keep moving forward!
Don’t let temporary indulgences turn into derailment
Falling off the wagon happens to everyone, especially during the holidays. Just because you enjoyed some treats or a break in activity doesn’t mean you should beat yourself up over it. Instead, channel your energy into getting back to it when you can!
Mix it up!
Maybe you’re tired of the healthy lunch you’ve been packing for the last several months or you’re getting bored with your typical exercise routine. Try mixing things up with a new recipe for a healthy drink from Cascade Ice Water, a health-conscious indulgence, or a new group exercise class. You’ll be surprised at how a small difference can make a big change for you mentally.
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Are you hosting an upcoming event that needs a little “punch” of something extra without derailing your health goals? Party beverages are often loaded with extra calories and sugar, and can leave you wanting something better. That’s why we’ve come up with a bubbly party punch that will be sure to please any crowd! Check out the recipe here:
The big game is this weekend so add a little flair and pizazz to your party’s beverage options by including Cascade Ice! We’ve got two big game inspired skinny cocktail recipes we know you and your guests are going to love!
Electric Lemonade!
Inspired by the Seattle Seahawks, this cocktail is sure to delight and surprise partygoers. Pour 1 1/2oz of your favorite vodka and 1 1/2oz of blue curaçao over a handful of ice. Last but not least add 4oz of Cascade Ice Lemonade then sit back, relax and enjoy!
Patriot Punch
Inspired by the New England Patriots, this berry packed cocktail is a great drink to add some sweetness to the party. Pour 2oz of your favorite gin over ice, 3oz of Cascade Ice Raspberry Lemonade and a handful of raspberries and blueberries. No matter what team you are rooting for this weekend, we can all enjoy some zero-calorie refreshment with Cascade Ice!
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Hey Cascade Ice fans, it’s only getting hotter from here on out, so you’ll need a drink that’ll quench your thirst. We’ve got some great new drink recipes that are sure to be a hit with your taste buds!
First up, cool off after work with a Cascade Ice happy hour! To make this Citrus Packed Punch, use 6oz of Cascade Ice Grapefruit, and add in a handful of grapefruit, orange, lemon and lime slices. If you want to treat yourself, add 1oz of your favorite vodka to the mix that’s sure to have you relaxed after a long day.
Next up, for a yummy drink that’s packed with antioxidants, try our Pomegranate Icer. Pour 1oz of Cascade Ice Pomegranate Berry and 1oz Cascade Ice Strawberry Lemonade into a glass with crushed ice. Top it off with fresh pomegranate seeds and you’ll be cool as a cucumber!
Remember to keep your fridge full of Cascade Ice this summer to beat the heat! Check out our Where to Buy map to find a retailer near you.
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