How to Exercise While Traveling

You are about to travel and your daily exercise routine will be thrown off. Taking too much time off may lead to lack of energy while the calories will continue to mount. The following will enable you to continue exercising while on the road. Although it may not be exactly the same as your routine at home, it will help in your efforts to lose weight or keep your energy level up.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Swimsuit
• Athletic shoes
• Water
• Jump rope
• Resistance bands

Before and During Travel Time

1. Stretch your entire body. Do this as often as possible.
2. Find open periods of time to stretch and walk about.
3. Run or walk quickly between airport terminals or into rest areas and restaurants.
4. Climb the stairs.
5. Squeeze your gluteus maximus muscles.
6. Raise your arms over your head.
7. Do punches.

In the Hotel or Place of Overnight Stay

8. Check for a gym or pool. If they do have such amenities, swim some laps or use their equipment for a good workout.
9. Use your resistance bands in place of your usual weights.
10. Place a towel on the floor and do sit-ups and push-ups.
11. Run or walk the halls.
12. Climb the hotel stairs.
13. Jump rope in the room or in the hotel parking lot.
14. Do jumping jacks.

Tips & Warnings

• If possible, workout with a buddy or have someone follow you.
• Try not to get off schedule. This will help you get back on your usual routine when arriving home.
• Stay hydrated.
• Know your surroundings. Do not go anywhere that may be dark or may make you feel uncomfortable. Ask at the front desk for safe areas before going for a walk.