Travel Hacks to Stay on Track

Is travel in your plans ? Travelling broadens the mind and fills the spirit – but it can also present legitimate challenges to your health and fitness goals! 

Winter has set in – and those who can are jetting off to be somewhere warmer! 

Maybe you are someone who travels for work. 

Does travelling HAVE to have a negative impact on the results you have worked towards while training here with us at Geelong Boxing Club? 

Absolutely not! 

Here are our top tips for staying on track while travelling!

Take your own meals for your flight!

Long haul flights are hard enough on your body – and the food served by airlines often leaves a lot to be desired!

What many people do not realise is that you can take your own food onto flights – no questions asked! This means that you can politely decline the ‘fish or beef’ as it is rolled down the aisle – and eat fresh, delicious meals that fit your personal nutrition plan perfectly!

This was a game changer for our very own Stone Cold Steve Moxon! When he is fighting overseas, he is often in the last few days of a weight cut when he travels. Realising that he would take anything he needed to ensure his weight cut was as easy as possible on board with him has meant that he has been able to complete cuts safely and with minimal stress physically and mentally.

Of course, you will need to leave any food that you do not eat on the plane, or dispose of it in the airport before clearing customs when you land at your new destination.

Simply buying plastic containers or zip lock bags to store your pre prepared meals and having plastic cutlery with you will mean that you can eat when you are ready. When working out how many meals to bring with you, remember to include the time you will spend in the airport before you board your flight.

Snack Smart

Find a local grocery store at your destination and stock up on healthy snack options such as fresh fruits and nuts that you can keep with you and munch on if healthy options are not available to you throughout the day.

Take your Protein Powder with you

Pack your protein powder and shaker cup in your checked luggage and declare it when you go through customs. When you wake up and go and exercise in the morning this is a great option for your first meal – while you wait for the sleepy heads to finally wake up and get ready to head out for breakfast.

Hotel Buffets

Oh the struggle of a Hotel Buffet! This is actually a great way to control exactly what you are eating. When you arrive first look at all of the options and consider what you would really like to eat. Then just make one plate for yourself – and do not return for a second serving! If you do return for a second serving – stick to lean proteins, steamed vegetables and the salad bar. Avoid sauces and other condiments that add unnecessary sugars and fats to your meal.

Alcohol

Be conscious of your alcohol consumption. While cocktails are fun to order, pretty to look at and easy to sip on – they are also packed with sugars! Choosing a clear spirit and sugar free mixer such as vodka, fresh lime and soda water will be your best option.

Do something active each day

If you are making a concerted effort to stay on track whilst on holidays – exercising first thing in the morning will be key to keeping you moving! This way, your exercise is out of the way and you are free to enjoy the rest of the day.

Exercising before you have had your first meal, also allows your body to utilise your stored fats and carbs as energy – making it the most effective time of day to exercise.

Enjoy your holiday and travel and all that new experiences bring! Eat good food, and relax with friends and family. Just be mindful, that unlike the saying ‘what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas’ … your food and alcohol choices while you are away will be souvenirs that you bring home with you!