Rest is essential during the holidays, but it may mean getting active, not crashing on the couch

Rest is essential during the holidays, but it may mean getting active, not crashing on the couch

Active leisure experiences, like going for a walk outdoors, can help reduce stress and restore energy during the holidays. Chris Griffiths/Moment via Getty ImagesThe holiday season is often painted as an idyllic vision of rest, conjuring images of warm beverages and bountiful time with loved ones. But many people have trouble unwinding at this time of year. Why do the December holidays offer the promise of respite but never seem to deliver? And …

Staying active contributes to healthy holidays

K-State’s Jackson offers tips for exercising when the weather turns cold Cold, winter days can often lead to thoughts of curling up under a blanket, kicking back on the couch, and putting on your favorite holiday shows. Indeed, it can be a wonderful life. But K-State Extension family and consumer sciences specialist Sharolyn Jackson says that enjoying the season to the fullest should also include keeping yourself active and healthy. “As we look …