If you are the type of person that will feel unhappy and disappointed with a few extra pounds then I suggest you read my tips on how to keep on track while on vacation. For those trying to lose weight I always tell my clients vacation is not the time. Vacation is the time to maintain weight. If you come home at the same weight you left at I consider that a success.

Summer socializing tends to include drinking a lot of extra alcohol and attending many BBQ’s where unplanned for calories sneak into the picture (think chips and dip, sugary mixed drinks and your best friends homemade brownies you just had to try). Summer happens to be my favorite time of year so I am going to give you my top 5 strategies for enjoying this time while still maintaining your fabulous figure and healthy eating goals.