Travelling is an exciting time! It’s a time for exploration, learning about cultures and travelling to see different parts of our beautiful planet. For the fitness enthusiast, they don't need to forget about their fitness journey when travelling. From local activities such as sightseeing to eating healthy local dishes, fitness abroad can be maintained with the right planning.
We have collected a selection of 7 travel hacks for fitness enthusiasts to ensure they can maintain their fitness goals without needing to lose out on travelling the world. Here’s how you can add fitness to your travelling:
Your fitness journey can begin with the right packing strategy. These can be resistance bands, yoga mats, and lightweight workout gear, which can all fit into your luggage without adding extra weight. These tools are perfect for ensuring you can maintain workouts within your hotel room or specific spots on holiday.
If you enjoy using technology whilst travelling, you can consider downloading apps such as MyFitnessPal to help track your meal calories and workouts. You can also pair these apps with a reliable VPN (Virtual Private Network) to ensure all your accounts stay protected, especially when using public Wi-Fi.
When looking to book your accommodation, you can prioritize hotels and apartments that offer different fitness amenities. These can include swimming pools, on-site gyms, running tracks and even outdoor activities. When booking online, you can filter your search to look for hotels and accommodations with fitness amenities.
If fitness accommodations aren’t available, you can explore the local gyms and fitness classes which may be available. In addition, platforms such as ClassPass will help you to explore different gyms worldwide.
It’s always good to stay active when travelling or abroad. You can plan different active activities to help you keep fit as well as explore your holiday location. Looking into walking tours, hiking, or cycling excursions are great ways to explore the island.
For example, you can cycle around Amsterdam to keep fit and explore the city, or if you’re visiting New York, why not take a walk into Central Park? Make sure you check out local blogs and apps to find these amazing opportunities to explore different cities.
Traveling to different countries can sometimes mean that you want to indulge in the local dishes or cuisines, but balance is key here. You can opt for higher protein breakfasts, healthier snacks or healthier dishes when visiting restaurants; make sure to always stay hydrated, too! If you have booked accommodation which offers a kitchen, you can also prepare your own dishes in order to keep track of your diet.
A VPN can be useful here, as it will ensure you can access different recipes or fitness content while bypassing the geo-restricted content tailored to your location.
Layovers can be time-consuming and frustrating. Explore the airport and see if there are any available yoga rooms. Fitness suites or walking paths you can take part in to maintain your fitness journey.
Why not engage in local fitness activities? This will give you a chance to see the local cities and islands whilst following your fitness plan. Take a relaxing yoga retreat in Bali or tai chi in China. Engaging in local activities will not only keep you fit but also allow you to explore the country's culture and understand its way of life.
You can do this by checking out local social media groups, blogs, community boards or websites to find any local events happening in your area of stay.
It’s important to travel light; this allows you to walk long distances and take public transport to different destinations. If you’re planning to travel to different cities within a country, packing light will ensure you can take long walking trips and enjoy the local culture instead of concentrating on how heavy your bag is.
To find any local walking routes, you can use Google Maps to help you find the best route in order to maintain your walking and ensure you can see the local culture around.
It’s important not to forget about your fitness when travelling. By incorporating these seven travel hacks into your holiday plan, you will be able to maintain your healthy goals and stay on track with your fitness journey. Whether it's sightseeing, indulging in healthier local options or engaging in local fitness activities, there are no restrictions to fitness abroad; it’s all about being open-minded and looking into the options available.
Remember, a VPN is also useful when travelling abroad. It can ensure your fitness tools stay protected online while using the internet and ensure you can access different resources. With the right mindset and fitness preparation, you can enjoy travelling abroad without needing to forget about your fitness journey.
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