How to eat healthy while traveling

Eating healthy while traveling is a difficult task, especially if you’re the type of person that travels often. It’s often easier and cheaper to grab fast food or a quick slice of pizza than it is to make time to cook or find healthier options. Fortunately, there are things you can do to make it easier on yourself. Keep reading to learn more!

Create healthy eating plans before the trip

Putting together healthy eating plans before you leave should be part of your trip itinerary. It will take time and research to figure out what restaurants have healthy options and where you can eat nearby your hotel at an affordable price point. It’s also important to pack healthy snacks.

“In your travel bag or car, you should pack things like almonds,” Sian Porter, a spokeswoman for the British Dietetic Association, told CNN. “Have some fruit — citrus fruits travel well. Get to know what you can buy on the go.”

Find time for a quick sweat

Although your schedule may be packed during your stay, try to make time for a quick 20-30 minute sweat session. This is a great time to take advantage of the complimentary gym facilities at a hotel or go for a quick run outside. Blocking out time for exercise in the morning will start your day off right and make you feel less guilty about indulging in treats.

Set realistic expectations

The best part of traveling is enjoying a new place without any worries. Be kind to yourself during your stay and accept that you may not be able to eat healthily or work out every day. If you completely get off track, try setting new health and fitness goals for when you get back home. Writing them down in a journal will help solidify your journey.

Enjoy your vacation!