I just returned from a wonderful trip to New York City, where I visited family. Traveling does not mean giving up on healthy eating and exercising. I believe in enjoying vacations but still finding ways to be active and eat healthy. Going on a cruise or to an all-inclusive resort does not have to mean lots of weight gain. Weight maintenance rather than weight loss is a good goal during travel.
The best way to ensure weight maintenance is by remaining active. New York City is a great place for walking, and I did a lot of walking around museums and down the streets of the city with my nephew close at hand. We also went down by the Hudson River and I jogged while my sister and her family biked. This was an activity that I brought up to help me get some exercise in during my visit. We all ended up enjoying some time outdoors.
When you travel, it’s a good idea to bring food with you. Just because you’re on a trip that doesn’t mean you have to start eating junk food. I brought fruit and a granola bar in my bag on the plane. Bringing healthy food sets you up to eat healthier and saves money. I also brought some healthy food in my bag for the plane ride home. While at your destination, keep your eye out for fruits and veggies to keep your diet high in nutrients and low in calories. I enjoyed a wonderful fruit smoothie made by my brother-in-law Troy every morning, which started my days off right.
Travel does not have to equal weight gain. Sometimes a trip will begin a spiral of overeating. I still enjoyed lots of wonderful food in NY, but I came back the same weight as when I left and enjoyed some exercise outside and lots of healthy food with family. Think positively about your future travels: eat smart and find ways to be active.