GET CREATIVE
In my last post I talked about different ways to find a gym when traveling. Although most places you travel will have a gym close by, it is not always an option. It can be discouraging for some people to workout without access to a gym but there are still many options for getting in a good working. It just involves some creativity.
CARDIO IS YOUR FRIEND
I realize not everyone likes cardio, but its a very easy option when traveling for work. The most obvious option is to go for a run. Everyone has access to a GPS on their phone so going for a run in an unfamiliar area can be easily tracked and you don’t have to worry about getting lost. There are many apps that can be used for planning a run. I personally will look up great areas for running and biking online before I arrive in a new city.
If you aren’t a fan of running biking can be another great option. This is mainly an option if you travel using your own personal vehicle. I typically travel by plane so I do not have this option unless there is a bike rental store. If you do travel with your own vehicle purchase a bike rack and bring your bike along with you. Biking is one of the best forms of exercise and can be a fun way to stay in shape.
BRING EQUIPMENT
I have discovered that sometimes the best option is to simply bring some equipment with you. The item that will give you the most versatility is a resistance band. Resistance bands come in various forms and with different levels of resistance, so I will typically take a few different kinds with me. They take up very little room in your luggage so they are great even if you only have a carry-on.
There are a variety of workouts that you can do using resistance bands and they can all be done in the comfort of a hotel room or wherever you may be staying. When it comes to the types of workouts you can do with resistance bands, there is a plethora of different online sources that will provide you with full workouts using just the resistance bands.
If you travel for work using your own vehicle then there should be plenty of room in the trunk to pack things like a portable pull-up bar or push-up handles. These items can also be used for a variety of workouts. At times I have even packed a few weights in my trunk.
- Resistance bands
- Portable Pull-up bar
- Push-up Handles
- Free weights
- Yoga Mat
PLAN AHEAD
The last piece of advise I want to leave you with on this particular subject is to plan these workouts before you leave for your trip. Work trips are typically very exhausting and the last thing you want to do is put the extra stress of figuring out your workout when you are finally done with work for the day. If you already have your workouts planned, it is a lot easier to motivate yourself to get in a good exercise after a long day of work.
Brendon Hoffmann 