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You're relaxed, soaking up an exciting new environment and crossing off a destination from your travel bucket list. There's only one thing missing from this epic vacation: your healthy lifestyle.
Anyone who's enjoyed the energy, clarity and enhanced glow from a healthier set of proactive measures can attest the rewards (like waking up feeling rested) are far greater than the sacrifices (apologies, double-stuffed pizza crust). But, for all their perks, vacations are notorious for throwing off our rhythm of self-care. As a result, many people return from vacations feeling bloated, tired and even sick.
But, you certainly don't need to sacrifice the wellness you've earned to satisfy your travel bug. With just a bit of foresight, you can keep your healthy priorities in the forefront while fully embracing the experience for which you've set aside valuable time and money. Here's how:
Keep Clean…ish
Between airplanes, gas stations, public transportation and questionable hotel remotes, you can definitely count on being exposed to a lot of new germs and bugs while on the road. Think you'll be fine? The average person touches their face 16 times an hour. That's about 16 times too much of dirty handrail-to-face contact, if you ask me. To help keep the bugs at bay, try keeping a travel-sized container of antibacterial spray or gel with you. By applying the solution even just a few times a day, you can reduce your exposure (and your chances of getting sick) tremendously.
Plan for Sweat
Just because you're off the clock doesn't mean you have to fully give up your fitness. While most people don't look to turn their vacation into an epic workout regimen, a little bit of movement thrown into the schedule (or lack thereof) can actually increase your energy, enhance your mood and help you relax even more. So, make sure you pack at least one set of workout clothes to enjoy your favorite sport, such as practicing yoga, heading out for a brisk jog or jumping in some water for a refreshing swim.
BYOT
Bring Your Own Toiletries! While it can be tempting to just use the hotel's shampoo or pick up a bottle of insect repellent on site, your chances of finding an organic, green product to use are usually rather low. Keep the new chemicals and toxins you will inevitably expose your body to at a minimum by using your own tested varieties—you're much less likely to suffer from allergies and brain fog due to unknown sensitivities.
Pack a Healthy Hydration Stash
Enjoying local drinks and cuisine of wherever you're traveling to is more than just a perk of traveling—it's a huge part of the experience! And by no means should you feel the need to give up the opportunity to try the delicious new fare. To keep your digestive and immune systems happy though, keep some gut-friendly, travel-friendly superfood options handy. A great way to achieve this is by packing a Navitas Organics Superfood+ Blends—perfect combinations of balanced, nutrient-dense superfoods—to make a vitamin-packed drink in a shaker bottle.
…And Maybe Bring a Few Healthy Snacks, Too
The worst feeling on a trip is feeling starving while not being able to find something to eat. Packing a small collection of healthy superfood energy snacks like dried fruit or Power Snacks can sometimes save the day—or at least, save you from hanger—while giving you a quick dose of healthy sustenance that will energize you on both a caloric and nutrient level.
