Squeezing in exercise while on vacation or visiting relatives

Trying to continue an exercise program while on vacation can be a bit tricky,  but you shouldn’t drop your healthy lifestyle altogether just because your clock is set for leisure.  Here are some tips to help keep you on track while visiting the islands or family.

-Hit the gym or pavement as early as possible.  I am not a fan of getting up early, but the best way to ensure that you will stay on track with your workout plan is to get your workout “knocked out” first thing in the morning.  Plus, you will have the rest of the day to visit or hang by the pool.

-Forgive for slacking.  Because vacations are about relaxing do just that and give yourself a break from being too hard on yourself.  Missing one or two exercise programs is not going to put you back to square one. As long as you are not entirely skipping all of your exercise routines you are still good to go.  Use this as an opportunity to cross-train and try new forms of exercise.  Cruise ships and resorts are famous for yoga, spin and even classes on surfing.

-If you are visiting relatives and your activities surround spending time with family, then you REALLY are going to need a stress reliever.  I like to slip out first thing in the morning and go for a run before the sun and my hosts will miss me.  That way you are not excluding any family members or friends that you are visiting.  Of course, you could always invite them along for the ride.