7 Ways to Stay Fit While on Vacation
Traveling can easily take a toll on your health as you are more likely to be involved in having a merry time than worrying about your weight. Here are a few ways in which you can stay fit while on a holiday and are having fun.
1. Walk to nearby sightseeing spots
If you are armed with the map or a GPS device of the place you are visiting, you can easily figure out the distance between your hotel and a sightseeing spot. Walk to a sightseeing spot instead of taking a taxi or hopping aboard a tour bus. In this way, you will be able to enjoy the local flavor of the place and burn calories at the same time.
2. Limit the money you spend on alcohol and food
Limiting the amount of alcohol and food you consume may be difficult. Instead, take the indirect route and limit the amount of money you spend on alcohol and food. Decide that you will spend more money on your travels journey and see new places instead of spending it away on food and drinks. This will help you to keep your calorie intake in check.
3. Play a sport in your hotel
Most hotels are known to be equipped with basic sports facilities, swimming pools and play areas. Play Frisbee on the beach, take a swim, play squash or play beach volleyball. You will be able to meet more people, make more friends and enjoy more if you have kids along with you on your vacation. As a result, you will also burn a few calories and feel fit.
4. Move about when you are traveling
Staying fit while you are on a vacation is not just about burning calories but also about making sure that your body doesn’t feel the stress of the journey. Long hours of journey on a train, bus or airplane can give you cramps and even clot your veins. To make sure that doesn’t happen to you, give your hand and feet some movement while you are traveling. Take breaks and move around in your vehicle as permissible. Or do simple exercises such as rotating your wrists and moving your feet up and down from the ankle to avoid minor problems.
