Keeping a family healthy can take a lot
of work. Mom, Dad and the kids all need to eat right and exercise. The details
can be difficult to handle even at home, but when traveling things can me
complicated even further. "I love to travel, and as a mom, I’ve come up with
some tricks to help my entire family travel more healthful" says Kendra.
1.
Buffets on Vacation
2.
Water to Drink
Make sure everyone in your family gets
plenty of water to drink. This is
especially
important
if you are spending time in the sun or driving on a hot day.
Dehydration can cause serious discomfort and illness. Additionally, when you
drink plenty of water, you can avoid many heat-related illnesses such as heat
stroke. Every member of Kendra's family has a personal water bottle to take along
wherever we go.
3.
Fitness at Your Hotel
I always choose hotels with good fitness
options. Kendra ensures the hotel gym needs to be well equipped so she can get a workout in the
mornings before her kids wake up. "I also enjoy staying at hotels that have
running trails on the premises" says Kendra. Some hotels even offer in-room fitness options.
Whatever exercise you enjoy, try to make sure your hotel accommodates it. Kendra
made sure of this for her upcoming trip to Orlando. With so many
places to stay,
, make sure you find the perfect hotel for you and your
family. Sites like Gogobot can make it easy as you can read user reviews.
4.
Water Sports
When my family eats healthy and exercises
well on vacation, we have an easier time returning to our regular routine when
we get back home. We also manage to have a lot of fun together on vacation. I
hope these tips help your family.
5.
Pack Snacks
"This is a habit I always implement while travelling" says Craig. Try to avoid french fries and nachos from the beach grill by packing
protein or natural food-based energy bars for a healthier snack. This will
satisfy any cravings and provide you with the proper nutrients to keep that
energy up until dinner.
Tip: Choose the dry brands that are not
covered in a chocolate coating. This will eliminate a mushy surprise on a hot
summer day.
This is a great opportunity to expand your fitness choices and break out of your comfort zone. How often can you take a run on the beach in Hawaii? Or try kite-boarding for the first time? Looking to divert from your usual Yoga class, grab a pair of trail shoes and hike that open trail. Most popular vacation spots have some sports or authentic exercise attraction that just begs you to try out. Golfing while on vacation? Incorporate a dynamic mobility warm-up and walk those gorgeous fairways!
7.
Moderation
This is key to not getting derailed
from your health goals while on vacation. By avoiding overeating and keeping up
with your nutrient-dense food choices, you will remain less lethargic and more
active on your trip. The same principle applies with alcohol intake. It's OK to
have a few tropical adult beverages (after all…this is your vacation), but we
should all avoid an excessive caloric increase through those sugary beachfront
drinks. Your liver, and your waistline, will thank you.
Kendra Thorton
Twitter: @kendraThorton
Dr. Craig McNamee
Catalyst Health
Twitter: @catalyst_101
Instagram: catalyst_health101
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