• About
    • FAQ
  • Travel
    • Tips & Tricks
    • UK
    • Europe
      • Croatia
      • Czechia
      • Italy
      • Lithuania
      • Poland
      • Portugal
      • Spain
    • Asia
      • Thailand
    • United States
      • USA
  • Reviews
  • Uni Life
    • University
    • Gap Year
  • Strong Women
  • Contact

Plane Beauty

Everyone deserves first class.

July 27, 2022

How To Stay Healthy While Travelling

Staying healthy while travelling can be difficult for various reasons. Factors such as eating food, exercise, and long hours of travel can cause stress when thinking about being healthy while travelling. However, there are some ways to keep healthy while travelling, both abroad and domestically, which I’ve used myself, and I’ll run you through them.

Contents:

  • How to Stay Healthy While Travelling at Airports
  • How to Stay Healthy While Travelling on Road Trips
  • How to Stay Healthy While Travelling at the Destination
    • Water, water, water.
  • How to Stay Fit While Travelling
    • Run it out.
    • Use your body.
    • Walk everywhere.

How to Stay Healthy While Travelling at Airports

Some people find airports stressful enough without worrying about what to eat. They’re full of people, have a lot of expensive things, and you can end up spending a lot of money without even realising it. Then there’s the issue of liquids and the possibility of losing that valuable bottle of SPF. Furthermore, if you’re very diet-conscious, you might already be stressed about eating something that’ll get in the way of you staying healthy while travelling, and you haven’t even left the country yet!

But this doesn’t have to be the case. If you’re in a UK airport, one of the best and healthiest places to get some food is from Boots. Their meal deals are around £3.50 and have a variety of very healthy foods such as chicken Caesar salad, vegetarian duck wraps, protein bars, and vitamin drinks. Airports abroad may have adjacent businesses such as 7/11, but a lot of these meals can help you to keep healthy while travelling on the first leg of your journey.

Additional tip: If you can stave off your hunger for a little while and go to Boots from around 14:30, lots of the main meals will be reduced to as little as £0.50! Now that’s a cheap option that also helps keep you healthy while travelling.

How to Stay Healthy While Travelling on Road Trips

For road trips, both long and short, my first tip for staying healthy while travelling may sound awful, but I promise it will make you feel better in the long run. That piece of advice is….. waking up early.

I know, I know, you’re probably thinking about why waking up earlier than you have to for a long drive or train journey is going to keep you healthy while travelling. Still, the simple fact is that if you wake up before you absolutely have to and get a bit of fitness in, it can jumpstart your day. Whether you opt for a long workout or something shorter and sharper, that early rise can give you a good dose of fitness before hours of sitting down and leave your body to rest and recover after.

My next bit of advice for keeping healthy while road tripping is to pack a lunch in advance if you’re going to have to eat on the road. Again, this may sound boring, but long doses of travel can make you hungry (believe me, I know), and you may not want to stop by a roadside station and buy an overpriced sandwich that isn’t going to leave you full, or a burger that is half cooked. If you’re travelling and plan to eat once you arrive at your destination, then a basic bottle of water and several pieces of fruit can be a cheap alternative that will keep your hunger at bay and help you stay healthy while travelling.

How to Stay Healthy While Travelling at the Destination

Some people may worry that local cuisine or restaurants will prevent them from staying healthy while travelling, but this is not necessarily the case. In my experience, most of the places I’ve eaten abroad can provide very nutritious (not to mention really tasty) food. But even if you aren’t always able to find a place to eat that will match your every nutritional need, while you’re travelling, I should remind you: you’re travelling. This isn’t the most regular occurrence, and if you’re travelling for pleasure, you should try and enjoy the food whilst it’s there. Even if you’re travelling for business, you may not know when you’re next
going to get the chance to try a great dish.

While your diet may be something that you are struggling to maintain whilst journeying, travel can be the perfect opportunity for you to allow yourself to relax a bit and sample some fantastic foods whilst they’re there. Will they always be nutritious? Not necessarily, but you should never forget to treat yourself. Speaking from experience, it’s not every day I get to eat a penis waffle, and I didn’t know when I’d next get the chance to have one, so when I was in Lisbon, I decided to take the chance. A diet is all about balance, and eliminating things from your diet for ‘health’ needs may not be healthy in itself.

Despite what you may be led to believe, one day (or several) will not ruin everything you have worked for, and even if you find yourself put back a couple of steps, your muscles will likely be able to get back to their previous levels of fitness quite soon due to muscle memory.

Water, water, water.

This is a quick one, but if you’re ever at a loss for what to drink when abroad and are worried about consuming your calories, water is the way to go. Besides, many restaurants will offer you a jug of water for free, and what better way is there to keep hydrated than simple water?

How to Stay Fit While Travelling

Now, I’ve spent most of this piece discussing food in relation to travel but haven’t much addressed the fitness side of staying healthy whilst travelling. Of course, I mentioned waking up earlier, but some of you may not be up to that, which I completely get. I sometimes find myself lying in until 10 in the morning whilst abroad. But waking up early isn’t the only way to stay healthy while travelling. Here are a few things you can do:

Run it out.

You may need a couple of days to get used to the city you’re travelling in, but once you have the lay of the land, it will feel more comfortable going out for a run. The great outdoors can be great for fitness, and running throughout a city can really tell you a lot about the place. Of course, you may not always have the luxury of time, in which case I would recommend opting for a shorter run or finding a circuit that you can go around several times.

One important thing is always to research what is said about the city you are visiting and whether it is safe to run in. The internet has several places where you can find out whether your travel destination is safe for runners, as well as advising safer or more advisable times to head out.

Use your body.

It would not be very cost-effective or easy to carry if you decided to bring an entire set of weights with you, but you’ve got the most critical piece of equipment with you – yourself. Using your own body weight is one of the easiest ways to stay healthy whilst travelling and costs you nothing. You may opt to bring a roll-up exercise mat with you, but this is not always needed if you have a soft enough bit of ground to work on. Do be careful with carpets; exercising on them may result in friction burn.

Now, it’s easy enough to say that you can use your own body weight, but aside from traditional exercises such as push-ups, sit-ups, and squats, another option for staying healthy while travelling is to incorporate HIIT workouts. These can give you a vigorous workout in a shorter amount of time, and if you aren’t used to them, they can really kick your butt. That being said, they still kick my butt, and I’ve done them before.

If you want to incorporate more exercises to stay heavy while travelling, two pieces of equipment that you may want to consider investing in are a set of resistance bands and (depending on your accommodation conditions) a skipping rope. They can be easy to fit into your travel bags and aren’t very expensive, but they help increase your range of exercise.

Noise tip: some of the places you’re staying in may have thin walls or not be optimal for loud moves such as burpees. There are follow-along workout videos available on the internet that are designed to keep you healthy whilst also reducing noise.

A workout I’ve used before whilst travelling abroad and also running/walking is simply doing push-ups, sit-ups, and squats in my accommodation. The last time I did this, I performed 200 squats, 150 push-ups, and 150 sit-ups. It’s not the most mind-blowing workout, but it gets the job done.

Walk everywhere.

If you’re getting the chance to really explore a city or country, walking as often as possible can be a surprisingly effective method of keeping healthy whilst travelling. Travelling to Lisbon, I walked so much that I had to sit down at some point because of my sore feet and ended up walking over 25,000 steps! Yeah, that’s a lot, and as a long-distance runner, I’m not joking when I said that was more tiring than a half-marathon.

The other advantage of walking a lot when abroad is that it saves money by reducing the need for public transport and also helps the environment, all whilst helping you stay healthy while travelling.

These are a few different ways to stay healthy whilst travelling, but there are certainly more options, such as some hotels having guest-accessible gyms and so on. But my main takeaway is that whilst this can be a stressful time, the stresses of travel should never be greater than the pleasures. Please do focus on your mental health over everything else. If you’re becoming too concerned about staying healthy whilst travelling, a few days off may be the best option for you.

How do you stay healthy while travelling? What are your best tips? If you liked this post, you might also like:

  • The Best Free Travel Apps
  • Caminito del Rey – Everything You Need to Know
  • Top Tips for Thailand

– Written by Conrad

Related

1 Comment Categories: Tips & Tricks, Travel

Comments

  1. שירותי ליווי says

    July 28, 2022 at 9:27 am

    I wanted to thank you for this wonderful read!! I definitely enjoyed every bit of it. I have got you book-marked to check out new things you postÖ

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

About Me

About Me:

My name is Aisling (Ash-ling), and I’m currently studying Tourism Management at university. As you can probably tell by this blog, travel is my passion! I post all things travel and lifestyle, with the occasional uni post - you'll even be motivated by inspiring women along the way!

Contact:

  • E-mail
  • Instagram
  • Twitter

Subscribe:

Buy Me a Bubble Tea

plane.beauty

plane.beauty
Been train travelling in #Czechia after #Poland fo Been train travelling in #Czechia after #Poland for a little bit! It's so beautiful and there's so many forests and mountains to be explored 😍 

This pic was taken in Štramberk! ❤️🌺

@european_youth_eu #DiscoverEu #Competition #Interrail #Interrailer #Europe
🪷 Warsaw Botanical Gardens 🪷 💐 Been a bi 🪷 Warsaw Botanical Gardens 🪷

💐 Been a bit busy lately with uni, work and travelling so sorry about the lack of posts! I've got so much exciting content coming to my blog in the next few weeks, so stay tuned 💐

#blog #warsaw #poland #pl #travelphotography #travel #l4l #travelblogger #blogger #flowers #summer #DiscoverEU #Competiton @european_youth_eu
Málaga, Spain! 🇪🇸 Amazing food, cheap pric Málaga, Spain! 🇪🇸

Amazing food, cheap prices and lots of things to do here! Flights were only £15 each way which was unbelievable. The weather was really warm too and we visited in January - about 16°!!! 

New blog post on planebeauty.co.uk if you want to read more about this fantastic destination!

#malaga #spain #españa #beach #city #sky #blogger #blog #travel #europe #europetravel #europe_vacations #holiday #spaintravel
My new post all about Caminito Del Rey is now up!! My new post all about Caminito Del Rey is now up!! You can check it out via the link in my bio 💫 (or just Google planebeauty.co.uk)

Some quick facts:

☀️ Caminito Del Rey was once known as the most dangerous path in the world!

☀️ It's located in El Chorro, Spain!
 
☀️ The name translates to "The Kings Little Path"

Think you'd be up for the hike?!

#caminitodelrey #elchorro #malaga #spain #españa #travel #traveler
#travelblog #bloggerstribe #blogger #blog #instagood #instagram #l4l #hiking #spaintravel #travellingthroughtheworld #traveldiary #travelersnotebook
Visiting London? Want to know the best places to e Visiting London? Want to know the best places to eat, stay and things to do? I've got just the guide for you! 

🌟 Check it out on planebeauty.co.uk/weekend-in-london (link in bio!) 🌟

Featuring lots of amazing businesses such as: @tate @zhotels @stchostels @barbicancentre @godsownjunkyard @ballieballerson @thelondonbridgeexperience @the_globe @jmelvillephotography @crossnesset @8unhouse @kin_cafe + many more!!!!

#london #london🇬🇧 #londonlife #unitedkingdom #photography #instagram #bloggerstribe #uk #england #ldn #l4l #blog #blogger #travel #traveler
☀️ Cornwall - Falmouth and Truro Visitor Guide ☀️ Cornwall - Falmouth and Truro Visitor Guide ☀️

Now live on planebeauty.co.uk 
Go check it out if you're thinking of visiting Cornwall sometime! 

Some of places featured: @falfalafelcornwall @rolysfalmouth @theceltictossers @enjoyclothingtruro @baobites_ @bookoosfalmouth @thebeanhivebythesea 
.
.
.
#falmouth #cornwall #truro #sea #beach #uk #england #falmouthuni #travel #blog #fal #f4f #blogger #bloggerstyle #travelersnotebook #travellingthroughtheworld #l4l #bloggerstribe #writersofinstagram #writerslift #bloggerlifestyle
🌟 Christmas and New Year's Celebrations in Lond 🌟 Christmas and New Year's Celebrations in London 🎄

Just some of the places we've visited so far! It's been so pretty - I've never been to London at Christmas time before.

Where are you spending it this year?

🎆✨🎆✨🎆

#london #ldn #nye #2021 #2022 #christmas #uk #england #london🇬🇧 #londres #lights #travelgram #traveler #traveldiary #traveladdict #travelpic #traveltheworld #travelphotography #l4l #londonlife #londoncity #winter #city #cityscape #londoneye #londonblogger
🍎 How to Spend 4 Days in New York 🍎 I was lu 🍎 How to Spend 4 Days in New York 🍎
I was lucky enough to spend 5 days in NYC for my birthday a few years ago. I always think of this trip - it was so good! 

If you're thinking of going, you have to check out my new post. It includes an itinerary, things to do, hotels and more!

Read more on:  planebeauty.co.uk/4-days-in-new-york 
(or click the link in my bio!) ✨

#nyc #newyork #usa #traveler #traveldiary #travelingram #traveladdict #travelgram #us #newyorkcity #newyorker #timessquare #travelblog #travelblogger #l4l #bloggerstyle #bloggerstribe #blogger #bloggerlifestyle #travelusa @therow #statueofliberty #broadway @theridenyc #jfk
Load More Follow on Instagram

Explore:

Theme by SkyandStars.co
Back Top

Copyright © 2022. Plane Beauty 2021

We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept All”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent.
Cookie SettingsAccept All
Manage consent

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously.
CookieDurationDescription
cookielawinfo-checkbox-analytics11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-functional11 monthsThe cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-others11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other.
cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance".
viewed_cookie_policy11 monthsThe cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.
Functional
Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features.
Performance
Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.
Analytics
Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.
Advertisement
Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads.
Others
Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet.
SAVE & ACCEPT