It’s easy to stick to your fitness routine throughout the year, but a little less so when the holiday comes around. Here are a few ways to stick to your exercise regimen.  

Fitness Can Look Different Each Day

If you find yourself in exotic locations during the season, find creative ways to work out. Switch up your cardio by hiking a mountain trail one day, learn how to surf or swim laps at your resort holiday pool the next day. Take advantage of seasonal activities and try to incorporate your fun-holiday exercises into your routine at home.  

Schedule Your Workouts

Planning your holiday itinerary? Remember to also slot in time for your workouts. You’ve worked hard all year, don’t let a holiday throw you off. By scheduling your workouts you’re less likely to skip them. Try to plan your exercises for mornings – then you can sip and eat (hello, festive feasting!) for the rest of the day … guilt-free. 

Find A Workout Buddy

Not only is it more fun to work out with someone, but your buddy can also keep you motivated. Find a partner who will hold you accountable when the urge to cancel after a late night out comes creeping in. Partners are perfect for playing sports like tennis and golf, or even go for an oceanside run together. 

Keep It Short And Sweet

Your sweat sesh doesn’t need to be hours long for it to be effective. If you can squeeze in 30 minutes – perfect! Getting your heart rate up is enough. According to personal trainer Luke Zocchi, you can get a fantastic workout in only 20 minutes if you do bodyweight exercises. Plus, you can do them anywhere! 

Enjoy Some R&R

Chest day? Or do you mean rest day? Remember to relax – you are on holiday, after all. Although it is crucial to stay on top of your fitness, remember to relax and have fun. Cool off by the pool after workouts, hydrate and hit the snooze button now and again. 

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