Once the holiday season begins, many of us spend weekend after
weekend inside, in front of buffets and then discreetly unbuttoning
your jeans while sitting around with drinks and plates piled high
with more desserts than you'd ever consume on a normal Saturday
afternoon. Instead of giving in to the five pounds you thought
you'd inevitably gain going to and throwing all the same old
parties, why not plan a celebration that pairs health and the
holidays?
Here are 7 holiday party ideas that are cost-conscious, simple to
plan and will get you, your friends, family and neighbors out and
about. The best part is, you will all be having so much fun, you
won't even miss that big plate of dessert.
Celebrate the active way! 7 holiday parties that will get you moving
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Snowshoe Shindig
Instead of hiding away from the flurries, enjoy the winter weather by hosting a snowshoeing party. You'll only need to invest in the cost of renting (or buying, if you are serious) snowshoes (and maybe some hot chocolate for later) and in finding a snowy pathway through a forest preserve, park or even your own big backyard to get started. You will burn 360 to 700 calories an hour snowshoeing, 45% more than running or walking at the same speed. The best benefit will be having a blast outside with your friends and kids, hiking, playing or falling in the snow.