How to Stay Healthy While Traveling

Staying healthy while traveling is challenging. We put together some advice on what you can do to keep your health goals alive while traveling.

Plan

When traveling, plan ahead at least for what to eat while we’re on the road. If you’re driving, pack a cooler full of sandwiches and healthy fruits and snacks, so you don’t have to turn to the drive-through. Or if you’re flying, pack plenty of dry snacks to avoid fast food in the airport.

Beyond that, try to book hotels with kitchens if at all possible. Even if you’re without a car, you can get groceries delivered.

You can take this one step further and plan ahead for the restaurants you’ll visit. It’s easy to order the first thing that looks good. But if you go in knowing that you’ll order the healthy option on the menu, and what that option is, you can feel more in control.

Exercise

Generally, you’ll get more exercise while you’re traveling. We tend to walk more, do active adventures, hike, etc. However, if you’re looking to squeeze in a tougher workout, it’s possible.

Of course, there’s always the hotel gym. Plus, with more hotels are focusing on wellness, it’s worth checking out.

Alternatively, why not go for a run/walk outdoors. You’ll get a different view of the city you’re visiting and may spot something new to check out.

Back in the hotel room, use a workout anywhere apps. There’s plenty to choose from, simply search your app store for workouts.

Accountability

One of the keys to staying healthy and getting fit is having some accountability. It’s easy to give yourself excuses. Maybe your spouse, BFF, or personal trainer can help you stay motivated while you’re traveling.

Forgive

Above all, don’t beat yourself up. If you’re working to stay healthy on a regular basis, relaxing on vacation shouldn’t stress you out. Eat that cannoli in Boston that you can’t get anywhere else!

Do you have ways you stay healthy while traveling? We’d love to hear your tips and tricks.

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