Wednesday, February 20, 2008

Staying Healthy While on the Road

Staying Healthy While on the Road
Are you having trouble with travel related health problems?
Want a vacation from your colds, flu, and other illnesses?
You will perform much better for work, and have a lot more
fun during pleasure vacations if you feel healthy while
traveling. Here are a few tips for staying healthy and
even achieving greater results while on the road.

Traveling can be a great way to get a rest from your normal
routine and enjoy some new exercises. As a fitness
trainer, I have found that on the road I typically have
more time to workout if I chose to since I don't have the
time with family and others as I do at home. Your
traveling workout can become a time to get even better
training sessions.

Get some sleep. In able to head of jet lag, try scheduling
your east bound flights early and west bound flights late.
This will ensure the least amount of disruption in your
sleeping patterns, and in turn will preserve your travel
health. Sleep is one of the most important and often
overlooked aspects of fitness and weight loss.

Have produce handy. You can fend off gastrointestinal
problems by having high fiber foods rather than stopping
off at the fast food restaurants for burgers and fries.

Be germ conscious. It is no secret that planes are full of
germs. Pack sanitizer and remember to wash up before
eating.

Drink water. Planes create an arid environment that can
dry out the mucous membranes, skin, and throat.
Dehydration can also set in. Sports drinks can also
replenish sodium and potassium that are lost in sweat.

Have extra vitamins on hand. Travel can be stressful, and
extra vitamins will help to keep your immune system
functioning at a high level.

This information certainly isn't breaking news, but it is
amazing how many people are caught up in the business of
being busy. Make taking care of yourself a priority at
home and on the road. It will only serve you better when
you need it most.

You can utilize fitness equipment that is easy to store in
a suit case like resistance bands. Also, most hotels have
a workout room. Even the smallest of workout equipment
centers can allow you to get the workout you want.

For information about a fitness plan and supplements,
consult with a personal fitness trainer and learn how a
coach can help you get fit.


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About The Author: Charles Carter, BS in Exercise Science is
President of LIVE, llc of http://www.liveleantoday.com -
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