I don’t know about you but I am ready for summer AND I need a vacation. I am re-posting some great tips on fit, healthy vacations from last May that you may not have seen. The good folks at Greatist came up with 24 Simple Tips for Staying Fit on Vacation and an awesome checklist to go with it. I recommend that you check out this article in full (and I am posting the checklist at the end of this post.)
My top 10 list for staying fit and healthy on vacation is as follows:
Fitness:
- When at all possible WALK! Or take in some sights on a morning run. Most hotels have maps and some even have a running concierge. You can look up safe routes online in advance, too.
- Bring comfortable shoes. When (literally) in Rome, don’t look like a tourist, there are tons of cute, comfortable walking shoes to be had.
- There is an app for that. Use a fitness app like Hot 5 Fitness, 7 Minute Workout or a yoga app to get 15 to 30 minutes of exercise a day if possible. Or do some push-ups, crunches and a minute of plank. Something is better than nothing!
- Dance!
- If you are in a mountainous area, try hiking. If you are at the beach, try Stand Up Paddleboarding. Do a little research and see what the locals are into and then try it. I always look for running races, too.
- When choosing a hotel, check to see if the location is safe for walking, or has a gym, before you book.
Food:
- Try everything – in moderation. Eat what is local, try lots of dishes, but don’t eat like this is the last time you will ever eat. In this global world, you can get most specialty foods in major cities or online. Or buy a cookbook and bring back the spices you need to make authentic recipes.
- Bring snacks like all natural energy bars, nuts and dried fruit for the trip. Airport and airplane food can be super high in fat, calories and sodium and it usually is not “worth it!”
- Don’t eat full, sit down meals for every meal. Find a supermarket and get some quick, healthy breakfasts or light lunches. This saves money and calories. I love to see what is in supermarkets – especially abroad.
- Look for hotels with a kitchenette or refrigerator to keep healthy foods on hand.
Bonus tip: Drink tons of water! Flying and walking can be very dehydrating. You will feel better and look better in all of your pictures, too! (You’re welcome.)
Here is Greatist’s awesome checklist!
You can also check out Finds’ friend and awesome natural foods chef, Amanda Skrip’s travel tips HERE.
What are your best tips for staying fit on the road? Please share them in the comments.
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