Travel Tips: Keeping Fit While on Vacation

You’ve been really good about keeping fit and eating less; you look in great shape for the beach. Then you arrive and it all goes out of the window. You spend your entire holiday eating lavish, high calorie meals and lying poolside while last night’s cocktails take up residence around your waist. Studies show that this type of “binge” behavior has a long-lasting effect on your health, and even your emotional wellbeing. Nutritionists say that most of us will add two pounds for each trip and will likely not shift the weight once it’s there. So, here are some super-slimming tips to keep you fit while on a vacation:

Eat Healthy

Watch what you eat

When eating out, you’ll often be given appetizers. Try to sample everything tasty, but eat little. Go for the grilled meat instead of fried, or try the local fruits or sorbets instead of heavy, rich desserts can all keep away those extra pounds. Share items with other travelers in your party so that you can taste everything, but eat smaller portions.

Minimize the Intake of Alcohol, possibly Avoid It

The rules of staying in shape- eating right, drinking plenty of water, and keeping a good exercise routine- apply as equally here as abroad. The key is in knowing which rules you can bend temporarily without significant consequences. Alcoholic drinks are a regular staple on many holiday trips, but they are also a source of a lot of calories. In case you are having cocktails, try choosing ones with diet mixers, or opt for a decent glass of wine instead.

Exercising to Keep Fit On Vacation

Exercising is must

The biggest thing contributing to the post-holiday crash is the sudden lack of exercise. Many people find it difficult to resume their exercise program, adding to their dejection. You don’t need to keep up with all of your fitness goals and plans. A lighter regime can still keep you trim and full of energy, and is a great way to feel good about trying all the delicious food on offer. Most people do less exercise while away, but it is a perfect opportunity to try and do more. Hike up to all those amazing views, making them that much more rewarding. There are deep, blue seas for swimming, skiing, rafting, climbing, cycling; the list goes on and on. Hotels often have a fitness area or a pool, giving you the opportunity to start the morning with a healthy burst that keeps you energized all day.