You hear it every year…everyone seems to gain weight during the holidays. I found some really simple ways to make sure that this does not happen to you.

• Power Diet Shoes – The first pair of shoes that have been FDA approved for weight loss! Yes, thats right you will actually burn more calories wearing these sneaks! They have an interchangeable weighted insole system that helps you burn 50% more calories when wearing them. You can either work out in them or simply wear them around the house during the day. Either way you will tone your legs and burn calories at the same time. I also like the fact that these shoes are great looking too…you know you have to be stylish when burning calories! I have a special for you….you can get $10 off of the purchase price! Just put in the code Katyshops at checkout. They come in mens & womens styles and run pretty true to size.

• Spring Boost Shoes – Dorsiflexion Technology. What? These shoes come with different insoles that lower your heel and raise your toes. This mimics walking on an incline which boosts your workout. Not only do they pump up your workout they also improve your posture and strengthen your muscles. They will actually improve muscle strength from your feet up to your abs. You can get them for fitness, nordic walking, walking, volleyball, and performance training. Pick your activity and they have a shoe for you. You can totally tell the difference as you switch out insoles. They come with 1, 3, and 5 degree insoles – you simply gradually work up to the highest incline.

• Daily Food Diary – A nifty Little Black Book to track your eating and behavior habits. It is a proven fact that you eat less when you log everything that you put into your mouth. This book is easy to use, convenient, discreet, and oh so helpful. Its so small that no one will know what you are jotting down. I like the fact that I can just flip it open and write down what I have consumed – no computer system to log on to or gizmo to plug my calories into. Pen & paper…simple.

• Memory Minder Journals – Want something bigger? A little more detailed? Memory Minder has many journals to choose from. Body Minder is a workout and exercise journal that keeps track of all your exercise experiences along with space for your diet log. The Diet Minder is a very detailed daily food log that also has a small section for physical activity. The Memory Minder Personal Health Journal is perfect for anyone with health concerns. Record your daily information and look for patterns that may emerge. You will gain a better awareness and control of health issues that you may have. It charts everything from the weather to your respiratory system.

• Kangoo Jumps- Want to have some fun while exercising? Are your knees bothering you and you can’t run? Kangoo Jumps are the answer! Get fit & have fun while wearing these unique rebound shoes. They had me bounding across my cul-de-sac like a gazelle. Not only are they fun, they are a serious workout tool. The lowest of low impact shoes. Just put them on like you would put on roller blades and then away you go…take a jog, play with the kids, or goof off in them. You really bounce along…they are so much fun that my kids and I fight over who’s turn it is to use them. These would be a great gift for kids this Christmas season…or buy yourself a pair…jump to it!

• Lightfull Smoothies – Satiety Smoothies. What does that mean? It means that if you drink these delicious little 90 calorie treats before you head out to a holiday party you won’t be starving! They are high in both fiber & protein (a full 5 grams)- two things that make you feel extra full. These little guys stay with you! I’m hooked on the Peachy Cream…Yum! I think these will be a huge lifesaver during the busy holiday season. Yummy and healthy…perfect!

You also want to stay healthy this holiday season and you especially want to make sure that your kids stay clean! MomSpit is a universal no-rinse cleanser for hands and face. Get it? MomSpit. Now you don’t have to spit on your finger and wipe away the grime on your little guys face…use MomSpit. It contains no alcohol and actually cleans like soap and water. Just squirt it, rub it, and the dirt is gone. It comes in unscented and scented varieties. I like the Fig & Green Tea Scent. Stop rubbing your kids down with hand sanitizer for every little thing…they don’t need all of that alcohol. Save the alcohol for the egg nog!