Finding balance is hard, even on your best day and during the holidays? It’s even harder. Part of finding balance is to get your priorities straight. The problem is, our usual priorities often go out the window when the holidays hit, leaving us feeling frazzled, overwhelmed and overworked.

Part of finding balance is taking care of yourself and exercise is one of the best ways to take care of yourself when things get crazy. If you need a little motivation to keep exercise at the top of the list, below are some reminders of what exercise can do for you:

Sanity Saver

Exercise is your number one defense against and , two things that often strike around the holidays. Taking some time to breathe and move, even if it’s just a few minutes, may bring a little more balance to your day.

Health Saver

Stress can do a number on your body, particularly to your . If you’re feeling rundown, you may be more susceptible to colds and flu, but moderate exercise can actually . Try to get 20-30 minutes of moderate exercise (like this ) most days of the week to help protect you from catching a cold.

Body Saver

Exercise is a must if you’re and, this time of year, we’re often happy just to maintain where we are. If you’re tempted to skip your workouts, remind yourself that a workout (even a short one) can help you keep your weight in check over the holidays.

How do you use exercise to find balance in your life? Leave a comment and tell us more ways we can find balance.

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