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Fitness on the go

Perhaps you are used to your local gym, or have your favorite running route at home. Without your normal routine, you may fear you will lose ground and not find the time or means to exercise. Don’t fret! Here are some practical tips to keep you moving:

1. Ask the hotel concierge if there are safe parks or trails nearby. Most cities have a lot of good places for walking, running or even hiking. If you head for the mountains, ask for a map of local hiking trails. Also, find out what destinations are in walking distance. Walking will increase your fitness and decrease your taxi fares.

2. Try to find a hotel that has a fitness facility. Then, remember to pack a bathing suit, workout clothes and sneakers or running shoes.

3. Be creative. If your hotel doesn’t have a fitness facility, bring along a jump rope and an exercise band, which can be easily packed. Make sure that you have first checked with your doctor to be sure this type of exercise is right for you. Jumping rope is a good cardiovascular exercise for many, and you can do it just about anywhere. Stretchy exercise bands can help you tone and stretch your muscles. Or travel super light, and forget equipment. Body-weight exercises such as push-ups and crunches require no equipment at all.

4. Think ahead. Plan a specific time each day or every other day to work on aerobic and strength routines. If you are pressed for time, try several short workout sessions a day. Studies have shown that several short sessions, lasting about 15 minutes each, can benefit you as much as a longer workout session.

Nutrition on the go

Exercise alone may or may not keep the pounds at bay. Though you want to enjoy local fare and not feel deprived, it pays to watch your eating habits.

5. Don’t skip meals to save calories for later. Eating consistent meals will help stave off hunger and prevent you from overindulging at any one meal, snack or dessert.

6. Pick up some healthy snacks at a local market if you can.Fruit, yogurt, veggies, whole-grain crackers and low-fat cheese are good options.

7. Let yourself indulge in regional dishes or local cuisine if the mood strikes. For other meals, balance your diet by choosing lower-calorie foods.

Always check with your doctor before you increase your activity level. In the end, the most important thing is to find a workout routine and eating pattern that suits your needs. Then, follow it with confidence!

I agree competely, nothing make me feel better after a long day on the road, in meetings while staying in a hotel, than to grab a good hard walk and workout then back to the room with a big salad for a good nights rest.

Try it, I know a lot of you do and hope it has the same affect as for me.

MikeZume_walking 1200 miles a year for five years, then lets see.

Please consult your physician before starting any exercise or weight loss program.
Your physician is your very best resource.