Today, I am off to the beach for a much needed vacation. My family has been exchanging group emails and messages all week long preparing for this trip. With how much I have researched and delved into health and nutrition this year I don't want to have a week that does me more harm than good. That got me thinking. We are texting about our packing items and events that are being planned so why can't we prepare to have a healthy vacation as well?
I am sharing some of my favorite ways to stay healthy while taking a necessary break from the every day life and routine.
1. Get moving. Go for morning walks with your coffee first thing in the morning. You will get to explore your vacation spot and get your metabolism kickstarted by moving early before the rest of the world wakes up!
2. Do what you can. If you don't eat 100% clean and workout for an hour and a half every single day while you're on vacation; know that it's totally okay. It's better to do a little something than nothing. Change your mindset about your workouts and focus on what you can/ are able to do and do that! Every little bit matters, no matter how little.
3. Focus on nutrition. We are bringing some already prepped meals [go mom with the zucchini lasagna!] lots and lots of healthy snacks, and healthy options that we can't live without daily. Bringing items from home will help you stick to your meal plans as well as save money and the hassle of beach grocery stores on check in days. We are also renting a beach house, meaning we can cook more meals at home rather than eat out. If you have to eat out just make sure your meals are lean, clean, and green!
4. Enjoy your vacation + rest. Our bodies need sleep and rest just as much as they need movement and fuel. Don't be so focused on your fitness goals that you miss life. Eat that local decadence. Spend time with your family or friends. Take a nap in the sun on the beach. Being present in the moment and taking in the adventure as it comes will do wonders for your overall wellness.
5. Think outside the "gym". Find some fun ways to explore and be active. When I am at the beach, I love trying things like standup paddle boarding or kayaking. If you are vacationing on a budget; running up and down the beach with the pup is always a fun adventure. Be active in your experiences. You will not only stay happy and healthy you will make some fun memories in the process.
What are your favorite ways to stay healthy on vacation?
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