Created: 11/5/2009 4:01:07 AM 
Raleigh, NC - As the holiday season quickly approaches, many begin to worry about fitting into their favorite jeans once January rolls around. Many North Carolinians gain between 1 to 5 pounds each holiday season. Although those are small gains, most people who gain weight during the holidays never manage to return to their pre-holiday weight.
This year, don't let holiday weight gain weigh you down! The statewide Eat Smart, Move More NC movement is gearing up for the fourth annual free "Maintain, don't gain! Holiday Challenge."
Rather than focusing on trying to lose weight - a difficult task at this time of year - this free six-week challenge provides participants with tips, tricks and ideas to help them maintain their weight throughout the holiday season.
The challenge will begin on November 23 and run through December 31. People who sign up early and complete the pre-survey will receive bonus healthy holiday recipes and a shopping list.
Only an email address is needed to join. All participant information is kept confidential.
Free on-line sign-up is now open just click here.
