What To Pack to Stay Fit & Healthy on The Road + Video
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Staying fit while traveling is always a challenge. A break from your day-to-day routine at home often means skipping your workout routine too, but thanks to new products for on-the-go fitness, it’s easier than ever to stick to your goals.
One essential travel tip you need to keep in mind is to ensure you’re following health and safety protocols in your destination. Also, make sure you have the following travel must-haves:
1. Bodylastics 12-Piece Resistance Band Kit
Packing weights would be silly, but who knows what type of facility the hotel, apartment or resort you’ll be staying at will have! Be prepared to turn your room into a mini gym with a Bodylastics resistance band kit. The 12-piece kit ($29.95) comes with five snap guard bands that provide different levels of resistance, from 3 lbs up to 19 lbs.
Using body elastics, try resistance exercises. Watch some tutorial videos on YouTube to prepare yourself, and, then, try them at home first. This way, your hotel exercises will be a lot easier. Perform some stretching exercises, leg exercises, and pull-ups. A 15-minute exercise before your travel itinerary activities can better prepare you for an active day ahead.
2. Vega One 10-Pack
The last thing you’re going to pack in your suitcase is a giant bottle of protein. But fortunately thanks to Vega One’s travel-friendly packets ($39.95 for a 10 pack), you can still get the post-workout nutrition you need. Each individually packaged scoop of protein contains 20 grams of plant-based protein, six servings of greens, vitamins, minerals, fiber, omga-3s, antioxidants and probiotics. The shakes even come in delicious flavors like Chocolate and French Vanilla, and are all made with real, whole food ingredients.
Plant-based options are widely available online, perfect for your health-conscious lifestyle. Choose a reputable meal delivery service and food recipes you can prepare quick and easy. Eating the proper food can help you stay fit and healthy while on the road.
3. Fairmont Sunglasses
If your get-fit vacation plan includes outdoor activities, you’ll want to pack a pair of glasses from Zeal Optics. The made-in-Japan Fairmont sunglasses ($229) are stylish enough for wearing in the city, yet functional enough to keep your eyes protected while you’re getting active. The lenses are polarized and feature an anti-reflective coating.
The last thing you want to do is take up a ton of extra space in your bag with fitness gear, so when it comes to apparel it’s wise to take items that double as stylish everyday wear. That’s where Lolë, a chic Montreal-based fitness brand, comes in.
4. Jolt Cardigan
The Jolt Cardigan ($120.00) is the perfect hoodie for running outside during the winter. Made with supple, moisture-wicking fleece and featuring four-way stretch fabric, the full zip hoodie will keep you cozy when you need to be and cool when you’re sweating during a workout. For added style points, the Jolt Cardigan also has quilted satiny elbow pads, along with practical details like to zippered front pockets and long sleeves with thumbholes.
5. Prasana Capri
For a pair of cozy leggings that are perfect for curling up by the hotel lobby fireplace or a yoga class, go with the Prasana Capri ($80.00). The capri earns its style cred with creative color blocking on the sides, rolled up cuffs and a flattering shaped fit. But these stylish pants don’t slack when it comes to functionality either. Made from a blend of organic cotton, Tencel and elastane, the Prasana Capri is extremely soft, supportive and stretchy.
6. Eider Yumia Lightweight Jacket
Another apparel item that does double duty is the Eider Yumia Lightweight Jacket ($219). It provides the warmth you’d expect from a down jacket, minus the bulk and heaviness. The adjustable hem, lycra bound cuffs, flattering cut and fun color options make this the perfect versatile layer. Wear it every day or as a midlayer if you’re traveling to an extremely cold environment!
Takeaway
You’ve learned the essential things to pack in order to stay fit and healthy while you’re on the road. Traveling this 2021 can be more challenging than in the past, but being prepared can help you make your dream travel during the new normal possible. Don’t forget to bring a resistance band kit for some effective hotel workouts. Also, make sure you bring your Vega pack and other plant-based food options. Complete your travel wardrobe with your sunglasses, capri, and lightweight jacket.
