Tis the season to be jolly...

and pack on pounds indulging in rich, fattening fare. Here are 2 holiday diet hazards you should try and avoid!  But, if you simply can’t resist a calorie-laden holiday favorite, here is what it might cost you in exercise!

PRIME RIB

What it’ll cost you: One piece of prime rib can house up to 750 calories and 45 grams of fat, without the added sauce or seasoning! 
How to burn it off: Play tennis for about an hour and a half. 
A better choice: If you’re a steak lover, there are other cuts to choose from that are just as appetizing if cooked properly. Beef tenderloin has one-fourth the calories

CHEESECAKE

What it’ll cost you: One slice of Cheesecake Factory’s original cheesecake has 707 calories and 29 grams of fat. That’s about half of the 65 grams the USDA recommends for the average woman eating 2,000 calories a day. And we haven’t even mentioned assorted flavors and toppings! 
How to burn it off: Jump rope for an hour. 
A better choice: If cheesecake is one of your choice indulgences, select a light version that is garnished with fruit.

Ha Ha!  I for one don’t play tennis and I certainly can’t imagine jumping rope for an entire hour!  Of course there are choices to make and in some cases healthier versions to be found! But, I know I will be working out to the max for the next few weeks!