1. Eat fresh, eat local
2. Get outdoors every day
3. Try new things, it’s part of the adventure
4. Stretch
5. Pack light (save your back)
6. Pay attention to the advice of the staff at your hotel/hostel
7. See the sights by foot
8. Eat where the locals eat
9. Wear comfortable clothing
10. Avoid soft drink
11. Pack a skipping rope
12. Choose your accommodation wisely, you need a good night’s sleep
13. Wear sensible footwear
14. Drink alcohol in moderation
15. On long flights, stretch & move your legs regularly to avoid DVT
16. Be prepared, carry what you need wherever you’re headed
17. The sun is not your enemy, get some vitamin D every day
18. Pay attention to your government’s travel advice (be safe)
19. Don’t burn the candle at both ends
20. Pack a tennis ball to use for self massage (especially on your feet)
21. Learn a simple yoga routine, and practice it when you wake
22. Aim to participate in one outdoor adventure every week; hike, bike, paddle…
23. Bust out 50 push-ups if you can’t think of a good workout
24. Meditate, it will keep your mind fresh
25. Stay hydrated
26. Join fellow travellers for an exercise session
27. Pack some nuts and dried fruit in your day pack for quick snacks instead of lollies and crisps
28. Use your suitcase for weightlifting exercises
29. Get a good night’s sleep whenever you can
30. Play a ball game (use your tennis ball)
31. Buy a sturdy water bottle and keep it filled
32. Avoid take away foods
33. Don’t try to do too much and thereby wear yourself out
34. Travel with people who want to stay fit too
35. Know where the local medical facility is (just in case)
36. Take advantage of natural terrain to develop a challenging outdoor adventure workout
37. Cook your own meals at every opportunity
38. Make a training plan and do your best to stick to it
39. Have fun! (Release those endorphins)

Photo by Daniel Battiston.

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