Sometimes, the temptations of holiday treats are too difficult to avoid. Whether it’s an extra helping, endless baked goods or too many beverages, it will probably result in some bloat around the waistline.

The best way to combat holiday bloat is to commit to being physically active.

The following exercises can be used to aid digestion and maintain a healthy mind and body during the holiday season.

Complete each exercise for 30 seconds then rest for 15 seconds before moving to the next exercise. Repeat the circuit 2 to 3 times.

Step-ups (15 to 20 reps or 30 seconds per leg)

  • Find a stable bench, platform or box and place it on the ground in front of you
  • Move your arms as if you are climbing stairs or jogging to help you step onto the bench with your right foot, then your left for one rep
  • To add intensity to the exercise, move quicker or add risers under the bench to increase the height

Surrendering lunges (5 to 10 reps or 30 seconds)

  • Begin with your hands behind your head and your elbows wide
  • Bring your right knee to the floor, followed by your left knee
  • Lift your right knee and stand on your right foot
  • Then lift your left knee followed by your left foot to stand completely for one rep
  • Repeat the exercise starting with your left leg

Side-to-side squat jumps (10 to 15 reps or 30 seconds)

  • Stand with your feet hip-width apart, chest lifted and abdominals engaged
  • Bend both knees and lower into a semi-squat position
  • Jump to the right as you swing your arms upward
  • As you move to the right, use your left foot to push off the ground and jump vertically in the air
  • Land in a controlled manner, returning to a squat position for one rep
  • Repeat this movement, but this time jump to the left

Push-up to side plank (5 to 10 reps or 30 seconds)

  • Get into a standard push-up position and lower your chest towards the ground
  • Pause momentarily before straightening your arms to return to the starting position
  • Lift your right arm straight up and roll the right side of your torso towards the ceiling to move into a side plank
  • Drop your bottom knee to the ground for more support or scissor your legs with your right in front of your left for more intensity
  • Hold for a few seconds before returning to the standard push-up position for one rep
  • Repeat the movement, this time performing the side plank on the left side

Hip bridge lifts (10 to 15 times or 30 seconds)

  • Begin laying on your back with your knees bent, your feet hip-width apart and your arms at your sides
  • Pull your abdominals in and squeeze your glutes
  • Push into the ground with both heels to lift your hips upward
  • Pause at the top of this movement, squeezing your glutes
  • Slowly lower your hips back down to the starting position for one rep

Abdominal cycle (10 to 15 reps or 30 seconds)

  • Lay flat on the floor, hands behind your head, elbows wide, feet on the floor and abdominals drawn in
  • Lift your knees up over your hips with a 90-degree bend, shins level with the ground
  • Pull your shoulders off the ground and cradle your head in your hands, with chin subtly tucked towards your chest
  • Lower your right foot towards the ground as you bring your right shoulder and arm towards your left knee in a cross body twisting motion for one rep
  • Pause and repeat on the opposite side