Being a travel junkie makes it difficult to stay consistent with a regular fitness routine. Day one of my adventure has me whipped into mush from jet lag and time zone swaps. In order to make the most out of any trip, we leaned on author of “20 Years Younger,” Bob Greene for the skinny on best ways to exercise on the fly.
He suggests packing a tennis ball. It is easy to carry-on and can double as a stress ball. By squeezing the ball just 15 times in each hand (3x) it helps to tone the biceps, forearms and shoulders. The isometric exercises cut down on the swelling and stiffness people feel after long flights.
Another easy fix is to check into a hotel with a fitness center, pool and spa. These amenities make maintaining your healthy regimen a blissful breeze.
I tested out the Round Hill Hotel and Villas fitness center in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Named among Top 10 Classic Hotels in the World by Worth Magazine in 2011.
Located in a beautifully restored 18th century plantation house on 10-acres of beachfront lawn with ocean views, the fitness center includes treadmills, step master a bicycle and free weights. After a power workout, I feel more balanced, clear and focused. Tomorrow a trip to the spa for the much anticipated Spirit Reviver Well-Being Massage.
Written by Shannon Kaiser
Shannon Kaiser is a contributing travel tip writer for Healing Lifestyle & Spas and Examiner.com. She is in Jamaica for five days exploring spas and the wellness aspect of the island. Follow her journey here and on facebook. She is founder of Playwiththeworld.com. An adventure blog dedicated to helping people love life to the fullest.
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