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Tips for Staying Healthy While Traveling

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Updated: December 5, 2020
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Editor's Note

Even though this summer is different. Some things can still stay the same. Every summer we went on a family vacation, some were camping at the lake and some were big site seeing/learning excursions such as Grand Canyon, Washington D.C. and Yellowstone trips. Now that flying is not as predictable ( i.e. Covid-19 exposure) road trips are the way to go.   Keeping healthy is key to a successful vacay!   What are your tips for health and safety while enjoy the road? 

Paula Henry - MBL Founder 

Traveling is a great way to explore a new area that you might have never been to before. Some individuals go to college to learn about various cultures and countries. By doing so, they may want to explore these areas further in-person. If you’ve always wanted to learn about different cultures, don’t hesitate to go back to college to earn a degree. Taking out a student loan can help to pay for this venture so that it isn’t such a financial burden for you. Once you begin traveling after graduation, it can sometimes be difficult to stay healthy. Your routine schedule is disrupted and many find it difficult to keep up with a healthy exercise and eating plan as a result.

Keep Yourself Hydrated

Traveling can seriously dehydrate a person, especially if they’re going to be getting to the destination by plane. It’s important to keep a water bottle available at all times so that you can continually sip on it throughout the day. Keep in mind that you’ll probably be doing a lot of walking when you finally arrive to your destination, so you’ll want to keep water or a hydrating beverage handy so that you don’t become over-exhausted.

Avoid Overindulging

The bustling restaurants, the tantalizing cafes and all of those vending machines at the hotel. It can seem like an effort in futility to try to stick to a diet when you’re in a new area and exploring the nearby attractions. Overindulging in foods, snacks and desserts might seem fine at first, but it can leave the body feeling bloated, tired and heavy. This is why it is important to plan ahead by checking out local eateries so that you know what to expect. You may also want to take advantage of taste testing the local cuisine rather than overindulging in it.

Pack Healthy Snacks

If you’re planning on getting onto a plane or doing a lot of sightseeing, it’s important to have healthy snacks to bring along. These options can include things like granola bars, trail mix or something that is both nutritious and low in calories. Not only will these snacks keep the body fueled throughout the day, but they’ll prevent you from getting so overly hungry that you overeat at your next meal. Having your own snacks can also save a significant amount of money when compared to having to buy them from local shops.

 

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