It used to be that Christmas chaos kicked in around mid-December… but now the parties, lunches, and catch-ups start even earlier. By the time December arrives, things are usually already in full swing. Add in school holidays, work deadlines, family events, and a whirlwind of celebrations, and suddenly life feels like it’s running at 100 km/h.
The good news?
You can enjoy every festive moment and stay consistent with your training, even in December.
December is not about perfection, it’s about staying grounded while life gets delightfully messy.
When everything ramps up, it’s rarely the actual training that feels difficult, it’s the mental load on top of everything else.
By keeping December simple and structured, you’ll:
Think of December as the maintenance month: small, steady, and sanity-saving.
December is peak parties, drinks, BBQs, long lunches, and family time.
You don’t need to avoid anything. And you definitely don’t need to “earn” or “burn” your Christmas treats.
Instead:
Training is self-care, not punishment.
Got a big weekend? Do your training earlier in the week. Flexibility beats perfection every time.
Hydration, protein, movement, and sleep will carry you through the month feeling human.
You don’t need strict rules — just supportive ones.
December is not the time for extreme goals. It’s the time for realistic ones.
Aim for something like:
Optional: extra Ultra classes if time and energy allow (no pressure!).
Just three to four touch points a week keep your strength, momentum, and routine alive — while still leaving room for everything else.
A plan helps you stay grounded, but it should breathe.
Try this approach:
This is how people stay active through the holidays instead of pausing life for three weeks.
December isn’t just busy, it’s emotionally and socially full.
Training gives you:
It becomes an anchor, not another stressor.
Keep showing up — that’s your momentum.
Only if it feels good and fits easily in your schedule.
Simple. Achievable. Sustainable.
The festive season doesn’t have to derail your training and you definitely don’t need to “start again in January.”
December is about:
Enjoy the food. Enjoy the people. Enjoy the sunshine.
Just keep your movement simple and consistent your January self will be so grateful.
