Summertime is rapidly approaching, and for many of us that means vacation! It also means time away from FIT. But, you don’t have to let your fitness suffer. It only takes 30 minutes a few times a week, to maintain the fitness you’ve earned. All you need for a solid workout is:
1. Motivation
2. Space
3. Creativity
Motivation will most likely be the greatest obstacle to training while on vacation. Having a structured regiment at your finger tips could be the stimulation you need. While planning your vacation, put a 30 minute WOD on your travel itinerary.
Finding space is easy. The hotel fitness center (as small as it may be), a park, or even your hotel room has ample room for squats, push ups, and burpees. Another option is to find a CrossFit affiliate within your travel destination. Most affiliates allow experienced CrossFitters to drop-in for a workout.
With some creativity, equipment limitations are easily overcome. Some fitness centers have dumbbells and cardio equipment, however usable items can be found anywhere. Look for monkey bars and benches in the park. Even a hotel chair can make a good dip station. Regardless of exercise equipment, the combination of body weight and gymnastic exercises are virtually limitless for a great workout!
Here are some sample workouts designed to deliver a good dose of intensity in 10-20 minutes. All you need is your able body and a little room to move.
-50-40-30-20-10 reps of: Squats, Walking Lunges, Push-ups
-5 rounds: Run 200m, 15 Burpees
-As many rounds in 20 minutes: 5 Burpees, 10 Squats, 15 Pushups
For more CrossFit on the Road workouts email me at jimmy@focusedtrainers.com.
Remember, getting the workout in is great, but if you’re putting too much junk in your body’s fuel tank you’re really just taking one step forward and two steps back. Have a great summer!
