As with any goals, set your sights on something you can achieve. Fad diets like juice fasts and “no white foods,” can be hard to maintain because they require extreme dietary changes. By instituting a diet and exercise routine that fits with your lifestyle, you’ll be more likely to shed unwanted pounds and keep them off year round.

To help you through the holiday season and beyond, here are some tips and tricks for achieving – and maintaining – a healthy lifestyle:

2. Don’t skip meals – Eliminating a meal may seem like a great way to cut some calories, but feeling famished at the beginning of a feast will make you think you’re justified to overeat. Having dinner with friends? Have a little protein before you head out so you are less inclined to overdo it.

3. Work in a workout – If you ride the subway or take the bus to work, get off a stop or two early and walk for some extra exercise. Instead of waiting for the elevator, take the stairs to your floor and make time every hour to move around.

4. Reward yourself – Moderation is key, which is why you can allow a day of indulgence here and there without forgetting your normal routine. The Skinny Cow ice cream snacks are portion-controlled to satisfy sweet cravings.

"I believe that the most successful diets are those that allow you to eat the foods you like in moderation,” says Bob Greene. “You don't have to give up dessert if you make smart choices. The Skinny Cow ice cream snacks are a great low calorie, low-fat alternative. I've found that a little reward can go a long way to build motivation."

For more information on The Skinny Cow frozen snacks, visit www.skinnycow.com. To learn more about Bob Greene’s “The Best Life Diet,” endorsed by Oprah Winfrey, visit www.thebestlife.com.

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