For months you've been saving up for that much-needed vacation. You've brought bagged lunches to work, passed on that tempting new pair of heels, and cut down on expensive restaurant foods with friends - all in the name of a little rest and relaxation.
Beware of cruises. A cruise is a giant, floating buffet. Sure, there's normally a gym available, but barbells are no match for the endless supply of daiquiris and midnight spreads. Pace yourself, and try to avoid the "see food" diet: Simply because you see it all in front of you, doesn't mean you need to try everything.
Find a hotel that provides rooms with kitchenettes. That way you can cook some of your meals - at least breakfast - and have more control over what you consume as well as where you invest your DPT.
Don't depend on airplane meals. The average airline meal has 1,054 calories - which is if you even get a meal, according to Suzanne Schlosberg, author of The Ultimate Exercise Guide for the Road. So-called snack boxes can pack an even higher caloric punch. Many airlines provide low-fat meal choices, but you're better off packing some homemade snacks for the flight, and even purchasing a yogurt and fresh fruit before getting to the gate.
Keep in mind: There's more to vacationing than food. If you go to Paris, for example, you're going to want to enjoy the exquisite cuisine, but ensure meals don't become the main attraction.
Keep active. Instead of watching television all afternoon in your room, take a brisk walk around the hotel or jog on the beach. If it's raining, spend the day walking around the local mall. "Some hotels provide trail maps of their property or the surrounding area. You might be capable of finding running or even hiking trails."
Limit sugary or creamy drinks. Part of kicking back on holiday is having a few libations, but an eight-ounce Pina Colada can have as much as 450 calories and 18 grams of fat. Consume in small amounts, and choose things such as light beer, that has only about 100 calories, or liquor mixed with non-sugar mixers like soda water, instead of tonic.
Let's be realistic: No one loses weight throughout holiday. Yes, you might even put on a pound or two. But here are a few easy methods for you to make sure your holiday doesn't destroy your weight loss efforts.
The thing is, you've also been so great regarding sticking to your diet plan, and you've finally lost that excess weight. The last thing you want is to come back from your blissful, indulgent holiday and see that you have put the pounds back on.
If your hotel has a pool, dive in and swim some laps. And if you're near the ocean, make sure to take benefit from it. "You'll be amazed at the added exercise ocean waves provide. To take a long, leg-toning walk in the sand - you will get in some sightseeing while you workout.
Keep healthy snacks on you all the time so you are not tempted to duck into the nearest fast food joint while you're out sightseeing. "Carry things such as protein bars so you're never ever waiting too long to start the next meal.
Ask the hotel assistant regarding renting a bicycle. Cycling is an excellent method to look into the sights without having to sit in bumper-to-bumper traffic, and you will burn off a few calories in the process.
Eat a high protein, low-fat breakfast each morning. "Protein-laden things such as lean ham or eggs will carry you longer so you are not hungry right away. That's a lot better than the carb-heavy continental breakfast most hotels will give you."
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