How To Encourage Your Patients to Stay Healthy This Holiday Season

The holiday season is a magical time, filled with gatherings, laughter, and festive foods. But for many, it’s also a time of overindulgence, mounting stress, and disrupted routines. Patients often arrive at the New Year feeling fatigued, bloated, and far from their wellness goals. As a provider, you have the unique opportunity to turn this challenging season into a period of empowerment for your patients. With the right guidance and tools, you can help them embrace a healthier holiday without sacrificing the joy and traditions they cherish.

The Holiday Wellness Dilemma

Imagine your patient. She starts the season with the best of intentions, aiming to stick to her usual healthy habits. But as the weeks roll on, her calendar fills with late-night parties, endless cookie trays at the office, and back-to-back holiday shopping trips. Before she knows it, her energy is drained, her eating habits are off track, and she’s convinced she’ll have to start over in January. Her story is all too common.

This is where you can step in, offering her a realistic plan to navigate the season with balance. Instead of making patients feel like they need to choose between enjoyment and health, you can show them how to find harmony. By prescribing thoughtful holiday programs, you can equip patients like this with the tools to maintain their well-being and still savor the holiday spirit.

Supporting Patients With the Healthy Holidays Program

The Healthy Holidays Program from BodySite is designed to address the very challenges so many patients face. This 25-day plan provides daily support to help patients navigate the chaos of the season while staying grounded in their health goals. Instead of feeling deprived, patients can enjoy holiday treats and activities in a way that feels indulgent yet balanced.

For example, the program includes daily recipe ideas for breakfast, lunch, and dinner that are simple, festive, and nutritious. On days when patients know they’ll attend a big holiday dinner, they can use the program’s recipes to maintain a healthy baseline earlier in the day. One patient shared how this approach helped her feel energized for her evening events without the usual post-party guilt. The plan also doesn’t eliminate sweets or alcohol but instead provides practical tips for moderation—guiding patients to track their intake without feeling restricted. This flexibility allows them to enjoy their favorite holiday traditions while keeping their overall health in mind.

What’s more, the program includes motivational content to help patients stay on track during the busiest days. Your patient might start her morning with a quick read from the program’s daily tips, giving her the encouragement she needs to prioritize her well-being even when her schedule is packed. With exercise suggestions, holiday-themed activities, and reminders to stay hydrated and rested, the Healthy Holidays Program becomes a true companion throughout the season.

 

 

Making Movement Accessible: The 12 Days of Holiday Stretching Program

For many patients, the idea of maintaining a fitness routine during the holidays feels overwhelming. With packed schedules and travel plans, getting to the gym might seem impossible. That’s why BodySite’s 12 Days of Holiday Stretching Program is such a valuable resource. This program offers simple yet effective stretching routines that patients can do anywhere, whether they’re at home, in a hotel room, or even taking a break from wrapping gifts.

Consider another patient, a busy professional who spends long hours sitting at his desk during the workday and even longer hours driving to visit family over the holidays. By following the 12 Days of Holiday Stretching, he can alleviate muscle tension, improve his flexibility, and feel more energized. Each day’s routine targets different areas of the body, ensuring that patients like him experience a full range of benefits, including reduced stiffness, improved posture, and a lower risk of injury.

Stretching isn’t just about physical health; it’s also a powerful way to reduce holiday stress. Patients can use these exercises as moments of calm amidst the seasonal chaos. For example, one patient reported that taking just 10 minutes to stretch in the evening helped her wind down and sleep better, even on her busiest days.

How to Incorporate These Programs Into Your Practice

As a provider, your goal is to offer patients actionable, effective solutions that enhance their quality of life. BodySite’s holiday programs make it easy to do just that. By introducing these plans to your patients, you’re not just offering them tools to stay healthy; you’re giving them a sense of control and confidence during what can often feel like an overwhelming time of year.

Start by discussing these programs during appointments or through patient newsletters. You might say something like, “I know the holidays can be a tricky time to maintain your health goals, but I have a plan that can make it easier and more enjoyable.” Share stories of other patients who’ve succeeded with these programs to make the benefits tangible and relatable.

Through BodySite’s automated patient education platform, prescribing these programs is seamless. Your patients can access the content digitally, making it convenient for them to follow along and stay engaged. By checking in periodically, you can offer encouragement and address any questions they have, fostering a stronger provider-patient relationship.

Why Choose BodySite?

BodySite isn’t just another wellness resource; it’s a comprehensive platform designed to enhance your practice and your patients’ lives. The Healthy Holidays and 12 Days of Holiday Stretching programs are ready to deploy, saving you time and effort while delivering high-quality, impactful care.

By integrating BodySite into your practice, you’re demonstrating your commitment to patient-centered care. You’re not just addressing health challenges after they arise; you’re proactively equipping your patients to thrive, even during the most challenging seasons.

So, as the holidays approach, consider how you can make a difference in your patients’ lives. Prescribe the Healthy Holidays Program and the 12 Days of Holiday Stretching Program today, and give your patients the tools to enjoy a season filled with joy, health, and balance. Not yet a BodySite subscriber? Get started today, FREE for 30 days!