December Done Right — Stay Active, Eat Well, and Enjoy the Holidays


Dec 15, 2025

 by Blair Rockoff
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Ahh, December. 🎄 The parties, the food, the travel, the chaos… and let’s be honest — the temptation to toss all your routines out the window until January 1.

But here’s the thing: you don’t need to “start over” in the new year if you simply keep going right now — even at 50%. At Rock Solid Health, we believe fitness and nutrition should support your life, not add stress to it. And that includes the holidays.

Here’s how to finish the year feeling good, strong, and in control — without missing out on the fun.

Stay Active Without Overdoing It
Your workouts don’t need to be perfect — they just need to happen. Even 2 short strength sessions a week can maintain momentum and help you feel better during the most hectic time of year. Our small group classes are designed to be efficient, focused, and adaptable. Traveling? No problem — we’ve got simple bodyweight routines you can take with you.

Movement isn’t about burning off holiday meals — it’s about feeling more energized, sleeping better, and staying grounded when everything else is go-go-go.

Enjoy the Food — Fuel Your Body Too
Let’s be real — you’re going to enjoy cookies, casseroles, and celebration meals. You should! The key is finding balance rather than bouncing between restriction and overindulgence.

Here’s the Rock Solid approach:

  • Fill your plate with protein and veggies first, then add the holiday favorites

  • Stay hydrated — thirst and fatigue feel a lot like hunger

  • Don’t skip meals to “save calories” for parties — it usually backfires

  • One meal doesn’t undo your progress; just pick back up at the next one


It’s Not All or Nothing — It’s All About Habits
There’s no need to wait for January. December is still time to practice healthy habits: lifting weights, eating real food, resting when needed, and being kind to yourself.

So go to the party. Eat the pie. Lift something heavy the next day. Drink water. Get some sleep. Repeat.

This is what balance looks like — and this is what makes your results stick.

Let’s end the year strong — Rock Solid strong.

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