How to Stay Fit While Traveling

Travel involves a lot of activity, but also a considerable amount of sitting on planes, taxis, buses or trains. If you’re worried about maintaining your fitness routine while traveling, follow these tips to stay in shape while on the move.

Plan your own walking tours

Take hints from travel guides for what to see, check out a map and plan a route that takes you past the sights while allowing you to stop for breaks if needed.

Use your hotel space

Wake up a few minutes early to squeeze in a quick workout in your hotel room. Planks, jumping jacks, lunges and jogging in place are all great ways to get your heart rate up before you take on the day. If your hotel has a gym, even better!

Rent a bike instead of car

Depending on your destination, bicycles are a great way to see the city from a different point of view. Plus, you’ll be able to maneuver the boardwalks, sidewalks and hidden paths that cars cannot access. Some cities even have bike-sharing programs that allow you to rent bicycles for hours at a time.

Read menus before entering restaurants

Nowadays, most restaurants post their menus on their front door or window. Scan the menu before deciding if you want to enter. Does the restaurant use local ingredients? Do they cook with oil or butter? If you’re not sure, ask the host or hostess.