4 Ways to Lose Weight on Vacation
This article was written by Emily Abbate and repurposed with permission from Fitbie.com.
We love the sunshine-filled days of summer, also known as the prime time for vacations with family and friends. But while you may be taking a break from your normal routine, that doesn't mean you need to forgo your weight-loss efforts. We recently caught up with Scott Danberg, director of fitness at the Pritikin Longevity Center and Spa in Miami, for easy ways to avoid vacation weight gain.
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Walk or Ride While Sight-Seeing
Sure, you could take a double-decker bus tour around the city. But why do that when you can travel by foot—or pedal—to various sites? (There are even fun bike tours offered in many destinations.) There's no better way to take in the joys, scents, and surprises of the locales you're visiting. If you're unsure which areas are safe, ask your hotel's concierge for walking maps of the area.
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Exercise at the Airport
You'll be doing plenty of sitting on the plane, so take time before lift-off to listen to your favorite music (via headphones) and take a stroll. Sure, it's not a full-blown workout (the last thing you want to do is be sweaty when you board the plane), but every step counts.
Research Local Fitness Facilities
When booking hotels, look for ones with fitness centers or guest passes to nearby gyms. If you can roll out of bed and roll into a gym minutes later, you're practically guaranteeing a workout will happen. Plus, exercising every morning will increase your motivation to eat better throughout the day.
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Find Interesting Outdoor Workouts
Vacation's the time for fun and adventure. Want to try a scuba diving or snorkeling class? Go ahead! You can also paddle in canoes along a river, play beach volleyball, or water ski. Because really, anything that elevates your heart rate and allows you to have fun is a win-win situation—for you and your waistline.
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