vacation • workout • fitness • travel • Newsletter • 3 min read • Jul 15, 2015 12:00:00 AM • Written by: Kat Smith
It can be tempting to ditch your exercise routine when you head off on a weekend getaway, but when you regularly travel for work or you are planning a more extended vacation, skipping your workouts could be detrimental to your fitness. While it may not be practical to go full force with your exercise routine as you travel, you can still stay in shape and burn calories with a few simple tips for working out in any environment.
Always wear your walking shoes
A good pair of walking shoes should be a staple in your suitcase. Better yet, wear your walking shoes to the airport so you can take a brisk walk around the terminal if your flight is delayed. In fact, several airports feature designated walking paths spanning about 2 miles to encourage the health of employees and travelers alike. Once you reach your destination, don’t hesitate to explore on foot or rent a bike to get around.
Stretch after long flights or car rides
Muscle tightness and soreness are common travel ailments, but you can find relief with some quick stretches to ease your tension. Two simple yoga poses—downward dog and child’s pose—can make a big difference when it comes to lower back pain, so don’t be afraid to have an impromptu yoga session at your next rest stop or layover.
Work out hard and fast
You definitely don’t need to invest much time in an effective workout for your travels. Some of the most effective workouts are actually high-intensity body weight exercises that can be completed in circuits of 15 minutes or less. Moves like jumping jacks, plank, lunges and burpees are all very efficient workouts that only require about 30 seconds to a minute per set. Since you will only be exercising for a few minutes total, you can go up to full intensity to optimize your metabolism boost.
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