Last week was the worst week I've had on this Health Happenings journey so far. Life threw some curveballs, and I genuinely had no idea where I'd stand on the scale this week.

The holiday challenge

Christmas is right around the corner, and we all know what that means: lots of good "bad" food. Cookies, family dinners, parties, leftovers. For most of us, the holidays are when healthy routines go out the window.

How I'm approaching it

I'm not trying to be perfect over Christmas. I'm trying to be consistent. That means:

• Keeping the daily walk no matter what, even if it's late at night.
• Getting my workouts in before the festivities, not after.
• Enjoying the special meals without turning every meal into a special meal.
• Getting right back on track the next morning with a healthy breakfast.

The weigh-in

Did I bounce back from last week's three pound gain, or did the holidays get the best of me? Watch the episode to see what the scale said.

Wherever you are on your journey this holiday season, go easy on yourself, keep moving, and remember that one meal doesn't define you. It's what you do next that counts.

Joe is not a doctor or a dietitian. This is his personal journey. Talk to your healthcare provider before making big changes to your diet or exercise.