Before I take a break to reset for 2022, I’m going to do a few episodes on this season of lights, comfort food, gatherings, gift giving and more.

It’s the Holidaze Series of Grown Woman Stuff with Julee Jonez!

With Thanksgiving next week, it is officially the season of good grub. From cornbread dressing, to mac-n-cheese, to scrumptious desserts, it’s easy to please your palate a little too much. Overindulgence is a temptation and easy to give in to. Whether it’s too many wasted calories from libations, rolls with real butter (that speaks to my whole soul) or going back for thirds and fourths, the struggle is real.

Then there’s the propensity to put off our work outs.

Between the busyness of the season, cold weather, shorter days and simply post-carb slumps, our fitness routines may come to a screeching halt. Being consistent while creating balance in our life can be tough. We need good time management, commitment and make our health a priority. Yet, we can’t obsess with the scale or getting snatched overnight without changing our habits long-term. And no, we don’t need to practice self-deprivation during this delicious time of the year. But despite all these factors, another aspect is crucial to our health and realistically staying on track.

Our souls. It’s a faith walk to maintain total wellness -- from the inside out.

Today’s guest puts that into practice. She walks, runs, squats and meal plans by faith! Reanna Tenae' Nicholson is a Certified Personal Trainer, also known as "Fit Ree." She knows how to help women reach their fitness goals, transform their bodies and create new lifestyle changes.

And for Ree, that all starts with God. Because balance, consistency and goal setting are a faith walk.

Listen in as Fit Ree discusses faith, food and fitness during the holidays. She also emphasizes the need to enjoy yourself but how to set realistic expectations for this season and beyond.