We’re at the time of the year where people down tools and head on a well-deserved holiday.
A few days or weeks away from every day life is a time to relax and enjoy yourself, but it doesn't mean you have to let your fitness go by the wayside. It’s easy to let yourself go and end up coming back from holiday significantly heavier. In many cases, there’s a heavy sense of regret alongside that too!
So rather than let all of your hard work ahead of your holiday go to waste, here are some tips on how to stay fit while you're away…
Plan ahead... Before you leave, take some time to think about how you're going to stay active on holiday. If you're staying at a hotel, see if they have a gym or fitness centre - many places do. If not, there are plenty of other ways to get exercise, such as going for walks, hiking, biking, or swimming.
Make it a habit... Once you've decided how you're going to stay active, make it a habit to do something every day. Even if it's just a short walk or some stretching, getting your body moving will help you stay healthy and feeling good. A city break can easily see you hit over 20,000 steps some days!
Be creative… Don't be afraid to get creative with your workouts. If you're on a beach holiday, try doing some body-weight exercises in the sand. Or, if you're hiking, take some time to do some squats and lunges at the top of a hill. Hill sprints and sand sprints are great ways to torch calories - 30 minutes of sand running is a fantastic workout!
Try something new... If you’re on the beach, maybe do some swimming. You could also try more adventurous options such as stand up paddle boarding, kayaking or surfing. Spending a few hours on the water is a great way to get some extra exercise in.
Think short, intense workouts… A lot of people are put off by the thought of spending hours training on holiday, and we get it. We wouldn’t want to do that either. Instead, think about short, sharp bursts of effort that don’t take long. Check out this 30 minute kettlebell circuit for ideas.
Try ‘hidden’ workouts… Taking holidays where there’s plenty of opportunity to get outside in nature is a great way to stay fit on holiday. Walks in a forest, hikes up a hill, mountain climbs etc, they all add up. These don’t feel like workouts, but they’re very effective calorie burners.
Get it done early… When you’re on holiday you don’t want to spend too much of the day in the gym. One way around that is to make it an early activity. If you get it done first thing in the morning you’ve got more day to enjoy. A quick blast before breakfast and away you go!
Here are some additional tips to stay fit and healthy on holiday…
Pack comfortable shoes that you can walk or hike in.
Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
Eat healthy foods to fuel your workouts.
Get enough sleep to help your body recover.
By following these tips, you can stay fit and healthy on holiday without sacrificing your fun. No matter what you choose to do, make sure you have fun and enjoy yourself!
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