Hitting the road for a vacation? Staying active and eating right while you’re away will help you enjoy the fun - and return home without extra pounds!

Here’s how:

• Snack Smart. Keep a stash of healthy, high-protein munchies like high protein nutrition bars, protein pretzels, crunch o’s or cheddar mix. Fresh fruit, pre-cut veggies and whole grain crackers can also help tame the road rumbles without rest-stop junk or fast food.
• Keep the Cardio. Move at least 30 minutes a day. Try a walking tour. Have the bus or cab drop you a half-mile BEFORE your destination. Don’t just sit there while waiting for a flight…walk the airport terminal during delays. Rained out? Climb the hotel stairs.
• Be a Gym Dandy. Get a hotel with a gym or pool, or see if your health club has reciprocal memberships near your destination. Many local YMCA’s offer drop-in deals.
• Carry On. Pack a resistance band for a portable workout. Want weights? try phone books, water jugs or canned goods!
• Nip That Skipping! Skipping meals is NO way to diet! Nintey percent of weight-loss winners eat breakfast! If you’re on the run, take a nutrition bar or meal replacement beverage to beat the heat and keep up your energy!

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