Do you gain weight when you go on vacation? I used to - every time. There are several reasons for this: 1) You typically eat out more, which usually means that you are consuming more calories. 2) Usually you are on vacation to relax, not to exercise, which means that you are burning less calories. 3) Even if you are doing a lot of walking, it usually is at a relaxed pace, so it doesn't burn near as many calories as your typical workout.
So how do you combat this? There are several things you can do: 1) Don't eat out for every meal. 2) When you do eat out, choose healthier options. 3) Don't completely abandon your exercise routine. If you can fit in a 20 minute run, do it. 4) Most hotels have some sort of gym. If you don't want to follow your regular routine, trying out some new equipment might add the the allure of exercising. 5) Walk as much as you can. Just because it won't elevate your heart rate much doesn't mean that you should abandon it. The more walking you do, the better you'll feel. 6) When you are at your hotel, try using the stairs instead of using the elevator. It might seem like an insignificant thing, but I would guess I go up and down the stairs half a dozen times in a typical day at a hotel.
I've noticed that by implementing even a couple of these steps has made a significant difference in how I feel when I get home from vacation. Try it and see if it works for you.
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