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Staying Fit While On Vacation

Sounds challenging? Not really. It requires some preparation.
First off: you need to have some "me" time even on vacation. You may be with friends, family, whatever. Block out 30 minutes as "me" time.
Second: shut off or put away the smartphone. They are great for keeping tabs on business while away, but for 30 minutes, you can "get away."
Third: Locate the exercise area. Some facilities have a complimentary gym. If there isn't a gym. then you can try to find a local gym and ask about a day pass. Last resort: go for a run outside, initiate your own individual boot camp, or run up and down the stairs where you are staying.

The worst thing that can happen is getting out of the routine. Vacationing should relieve stress from work. Stress causes tightening of blood vessels that can be counteracted through regular exercise. You have got to learn to love activity on your vacation time. Find something that you like, and go at it for 30 minutes.You will learn to love it and yourself at the same time
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  1. Middle American GuyAugust 31, 2011 at 2:24 PM

    Nicely said. It's way too easy to see vacations as eating and drinking binges - but the self-respect that comes with some 'me time' is essential.

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