Today I am posting an article from a guest blogger. His name is Mike Manning. His blog is titled: mikemanningmusings.blogspot.com
Michael is a Fitness and healthy living enthusiast who tries to see the best in all situations.
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Traveling can cause interruptions in healthy activities. If you are a regular at your gym while home, you may find that travel interferes with your exercise routine. Additionally, eating habits from nutritional intake to regular mealtimes may also be compromised during travel. Rather than succumb to the routine-rattling affects of travel, take action before you leave to make healthy decisions that can improve your experience and help you return home healthy, relaxed and well rested.
Before you leave, consider how you can keep up your physical fitness during your trip. Make sure to do some research before booking a hotel. On a recent trip to San Francisco I was able to book a hotel that was great for my personal fitness needs because I searched through a travel reviews site. This site listed out the best hotels in San Francisco and I could scroll through and see what amenities were offered and the reviews of people who stayed there recently. If you belong to a gym with nationwide locations, you’ll find it easier to maintain your regular routine while on the road. Sometimes, however, your travel schedule won’t allow time for working out at the gym. Consider bringing portable fitness equipment such as an exercise band, an Exercise Bar or a jump rope along to facilitate workouts in your hotel room or on the go.
Once you get on that plane or hop into the car for your trip, you can minimize jet lag and other travel discomforts with a few other healthy habits. Always pack healthy snacks such as raw almonds, fresh veggies or fruit along with you for the journey. These will help you remain hydrated and avoid succumbing to unhealthy food options available on flights, in airports or at rest stops along the way.
Upon reaching your destination, take a few moments to get oriented to your surroundings. Locate the fitness center and other amenities at your hotel. In your room, take the time to unpack and organize your belongings before rushing off to meetings or activities. Also, spend a few minutes stretching or walking through a few yoga moves to relax and ground yourself.
During your stay, stick to healthy habits as much as possible. If your hotel offers a complimentary breakfast, choose options such as fresh fruit, whole-grain toast, boiled eggs or wholesome oatmeal instead of caloric pastries or fatty foods like biscuits and gravy. If you are traveling to a region that boasts legendary local cuisine, go ahead and indulge once or twice in these delights. Just remember to counter those indulgences with plenty of exercise and healthy snacks in your room.
By following these simple tips, you can successfully navigate through your travels. Upon returning home, you’ll be easily able to return to your regular, healthy routine.
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