6 Ways To Get a Great Workout While On Vacation

Vacation

We all know that vacations are about relaxation, right?  But staying active while on vacation might be good for your mood as well as your body!  Since exercise can raise endorphin levels and promote a sense of well-being, it may be just the thing to ensure you achieve total relaxation on your trip.  Here are six ways to stay active while on vacation:

1.  Bring along easy to pack equipment

One of our favorite things about NeeBooFit products is how easy they are to pack!  For instance, our Resistance Loop Band Set takes up only the space of a t-shirt and come with their own carrying bag.  With this set, you’ll be able to get a great strength training workout wherever you travel.

2. Take advantage of the hotel gym

This might seem like an obvious one, but since so many hotel gyms are empty so often, we figured it was worth mentioning!  Hotel gyms may not always be the swankiest, but they’ll give you a chance to use different equipment than you might usually try.

3.  Use the stairs

Stairs are everywhere when you’re traveling!  At the airport, in your hotel, and on the subway, avoid the escalators and hoof it up the stairs.  You’ll burn calories as you move and it won’t even feel like a workout, since you’re looking forward to where you’re headed.  Bonus points if you’re schlepping a suitcase!

4.  Get around with public transportation

From the subway to the bus to the train, public transportation will keep you moving.  You’ll often have to walk blocks to get to your destination from the nearest stop.  Even better: you’ll save money!  Walking while on vacation is the easiest way to make sure you get your daily movement in, and the view will keep you entertained as you move.

5.  Try a fun new activity

If you like adventure, consider trying a heart-pumping new activity while on vacation.  Stand-up paddle boarding, for instance, torches calories, works nearly every muscle in your body, and has the bonus of being a whole lot of fun!  You could also rent bikes, take a surfing lesson, or rent some snowshoes – get your body moving and have fun at the same time!

6.  Take a run

You may run all the time at home, but running while on vacation can be a whole different experience.  Bring along your smartphone to help you find your way and hit the streets!  You’ll see new scenery along the way and will transform your boring old run into a fun, sightseeing activity.

NeeBooFit Video: Alternating Bicep Curl

Your biceps and forearms will feel the burn with this exercise.  Grab a NeeBooFit Flat Resistance Band and get ready to tone your arm muscles.

Instructions:
  • Stand on the band with your feet shoulder distance apart and a microbend in your knees.
  • Grab your band with both hands, palms facing each other, with your arms extended down at your sides.
  • With one arm, slowly bring your thumb up towards your shoulder.
  • Hold for one second, then slowly release back down to your side.
  • As you release your first arm, bring your other arm up.
Tip: Don’t lock your knees!  Keep a small bend in your knees and engage your core for full body stability.

NeeBooFit Video: Alternate Punching

 

Strong arms and ripped back are in your future with this fast-paced strength building exercise.

Instructions:

  • Use the door anchor to securely affix a tube band at chest height.
  • Stand naturally with your knees slightly bent and your back to the door.
  • Grip the handles of the tube band firmly and hold both arms bent at 90 degrees.
  • Stand far enough from the door to pull the band taut without stretching.
  • With one arm, stretch the tube as you push your arm forward.
  • Pull back as you extend the opposite arm, allowing for a gentle twist in your abdominals.
Tip: Allow your trunk to twist gently without allowing your shoulders to move.

Booty Buster Resistance Band Workout

 

Wow!  This booty-busting workout from The Live Fit girls will really get your bum into top shape!  Do this workout with our new product, the NeeBooFit Resistance Tube Band set, you’ll be ready to show of your buns in the season’s cutest skinny jeans.  Our tube band set comes with everything you need to do this workout, including a strong door anchor and several levels of tube bands, so you’ll be ready to step up to the next level as you get stronger.

NeeBooFit Video: Alternate Rowing

Work your arms, shoulders, and core and get your heart revving at the same time with this easy exercise.

Instructions:
  • Use the door anchor to securely affix a tube band at chest height.
  • Stand naturally with your knees slightly bent.
  • Grip the handles of the tube band firmly and hold vertically.
  • Stand far enough from the door to pull the band taut without stretching.
  • With one arm, pull back until your hand reaches your chest.
  • As you extend your arm back towards the door, pull back with the alternate arm.
Tip: Make sure you hold your core firm and don’t allow your torso to twist as you pull!

NeeBooFit Video: Chest Band Pull

Your shoulders, arms, and upper back have never looked so good! Grab your NeeBooFit Resistance Flat Bands and start toning today!

Instructions:
  • Stand naturally and grab the band firmly with both hands, shoulder width apart.
  • Hold your arms up at shoulder level with palms facing up.
  • With arms straight, open arms outward by squeezing your shoulder blades together.
  • After arms are fully extended out to your sides, slowly release back to center.
Tip: After you open your arms as wide as you can, slowly release back to center – do not let your arms “snap” back together!