Throughout June, my family and I traveled to Australia, New Zealand and Fiji to visit my in-laws and relax. During the trip I had many opportunities to practice what I preach - eating what I really want in moderation and staying active even when circumstances aren't ideal.
Here are a few tips for your trips:
1. Make the event as special as the food. Eating in moderation is much easier when food is only one part of the experience. Focus on the ambience, the company, and the occasion.
2. Maintain your routine whenever possible. Save the special occasion eating for special occasions. For example, we rented a hotel with a kitchenette so we were able to keep our usual breakfast and snack choices on hand since we knew that many of our other meals would be at restaurants.
3. Plan ahead and pace yourself. Traveling presents two challenges on the opposite ends of the spectrum - no food available when you're hungry or too much food. Don't leave it to chance! Carry a small bag of nuts and dried cranberries or other healthy snacks for long layovers, delayed flights, or missed meals. To avoid overeating because of large portion sizes, co-order and co-eat so you can have a little of your favorites without feeling miserable afterward.
4. The world is your gym. While on vacation, don't take a vacation from staying fit - but DO break out of your exercise rut. Explore the area by walking, jogging, cycling or hiking. Choose leisure activities that keep you moving - swimming, dancing, sightseeing, and shopping. If you decide to use the hotel fitness center, try new exercise equipment or sign up for a yoga class. You'll feel energized while traveling and refreshed and inspired when you get home.
Stay safe and active where ever your travels take you!
Michelle
Michelle May, MD
http://www.amihungry.com/
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