2016

5 Things you need to know to stay fit while travelling

5 Things you need to know to stay fit while travelling
Travelling is a fantastic way to learn new things, experience different cultures and expand our minds. It is rightly said that,  “You may make money, but you may not always make memories!”

We travel not to escape life, but for life not to escape usTravelling is a great escape from daily life and everyday activities, not to mention great way of spending time with your family and friends.

As much as we'd love to extend our vacations for months and month, the duration of your trip may depend on the destination and the seasonality of the place you've chosen to travel. For example, people generally have longer trips during winter holidays, spending time on a warm beach rather than in their snowy winter home. But one thing doesn't take a break when you are on vacation - at least if you have a plan - and that's your healthy, active lifestyle. And to help with keeping your fitness focus while traveling, here's...

5 Must-do's to stay fit and healthy while traveling


One. Stay active


While travelling you have to make sure that even though you try to keep your level of fitness, don't stress out or try to work out more than usual. Unless it's a specific 'fitness' themed vacation, remember why you're there in the first place and enjoy your trip. A simple way to ensure you are getting a base level of activity is walking. Rather than cabs, buses and trains, opt to walk around the cities your visiting.

There are other strategies you can implement, including the use of hotel gyms, swimming pools or finding a local yoga studio. For fitness and healthy specific travel, you can book great hotel deals at Travel-Ticker or 'health & fitness' themed travel packages at Book Singles Holidays.

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Two. Pack-able Yoga Mat


There are several travel yoga mats, which are packable, lightweight as well as durable. These mats are fairly inexpensive, meanwhile not cutting back on quality of material or the needed thickness for optimal comfort. Mats like the Manduka Travel Yoga Mat are ideal for carrying around under your arm, in a backpack or in your suitcase - no matter what, have mat will travel, right?! Besides the hygienic benefit of traveling with your own  yoga mat , it will also provide you with a clean surface to workout and then stores away easily. For a better review on Yoga Mats, check out these Amazon listings.

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Three. Go Fast and Hard with no equipment


When there is no equipment available, no gyms in your hotel or motel, then make sure you have a plan to use your body like a true 'gym-on-the-go'. It doesn't take a lot of effort to follow a plan that leverages 30 minutes a day. Check out The Whole Life Fitness Manifesto for a ton of fun, short and intense workouts that can be done in your room, on a beach or a local park.

(Click the graphic below for your free guide containing 99 workouts, no equipment required)



99 Workouts No Equipment Required Four. Rest and Sleep


Travelling means a change in your daily lifestyle as well as eating habits. This change may cause the body to become more weary and tired. Also the daily travelling and sightseeing will lead to excess exertion and it may deter from fully enjoying your trip. So ensuring your get plenty of rest, recovery and WATER is key - plan and carry out a sleep/rest strategy while on the road.

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Five. Sightseeing run


A new way of sightseeing is to run and see the cool and funky tourist stops and hidden gems of the city you're visiting.

Running has to be one of the best ways to experience a new city from an entirely unique perspective. Go for an early morning jog to beat the crowds and get an alternative view of the some of the city’s touristy spots. Check your map before and just get going – you can always spontaneously adapt your route if you happen to come across a welcoming little side street or a lovely river trail, the likes of which tend to be sprinkled around European cities.

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