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Saturday, April 27, 2013

Being Stress Free While Traveling

Guest Post:  by Michael Manning and he is a fitness and healthy living enthusiast. You can read more of his posts at http://mikemanningmusings.blogspot.com/


Traveling should be one of the best times in a person’s life, but in many instances, it is one of the worst. With so many hassles that come along with taking a trip, many people feel as if they are under an abundant amount of stress. Many people will have to deal with spending a lot of money, going through security screenings at the airport, and thinking about the tasks that they must complete when they return home. As a result, traveling often creates more stress than being at home or at work. In order to combat this stress, it is very important to find time to exercise. If people are able to implement some type of exercise when they are traveling, they will be able to alleviate a lot of the added stress.


In order for people to ensure that they will be able to exercise on their trip, they must complete their due diligence in researching different hotels. Since some hotels will have more exercise facilities than others, people must decide what type of facility will work best for their needs. Fortunately, some hotels will provide all the amenities that a person may need. If this person needs an indoor gym, weight equipment, a pool, or even a nature trail, there are hotels that will provide all of this. On a recent trip to San Francisco I was able to do some research before booking a hotel and this helped me maximize the experience of my trip. I searched a travel review site in order to get a list of the best hotels in San Francisco. From here I was able to click through all of the options and get a list of price, amenities offered, and great reviews from people who have recently stayed there. Regardless of how much or how little equipment is available, it is important to exercise each day of the trip.


One of the most stressful places of a trip is the airport. During a person’s time at the airport, he or she will have to endure long lines, go through security screenings, and possibly have to wait hours during his or her layover. Because of these inconveniences, many airports have recognized the stress that they cause on their passengers. To help eliminate this stress, airports have also begun to offer exercise facilities for people to use. For example, San Francisco International Airport allows its passengers to go to yoga and zen rooms. During this time, the passengers can eliminate their stress and exercise their bodies. For passengers who want more of a cardio workout, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport offers walking paths for its passengers.

In addition to getting proper exercise, travelers should also adhere to a proper diet. A diet of colorful fruits and vegetables helps to alleviate more stress as compared to a diet of fatty and greasy foods. Since traveling can be a really stressful time, it is extremely important to implement strategies to eliminate this stress.

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