There are a surprising number of fitness opportunities in and around airports you can take advantage of when travelling for business. Opportunities that require little time or equipment but will benefit you enormously in terms of reducing travel stress and ensuring you arrive at your destination refreshed and ready to go. We recently reviewed...
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One of the questions I’m asked most frequently is “What time of day is the best time to exercise?” My answer is usually, “what’s the best time for you?” Work, travel, family, friends and unforeseen events can all interfere with your best intentions so rather than worrying about the optimum time for exercise just...
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Now in its twelfth year, the American College of Sports Medicine surveys thousands of fitness professionals to forecast the next year’s most popular fitness trends. Last year’s no 1 Wearable Technology remains in the top 3 whilst High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) jumps to the top spot. 1. HIIT High-Intensity Interval training simply means exercising...
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You know exercise keeps you physically fit, energises you, boosts your brain power and relieves stress. The evidence is substantial. Yet despite this, it’s often the first thing to be dropped when you’re out of your normal routine and travelling for business. The result is at a time when you need to be on...
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Ever wondered what fitness hacks can keep you on track? Whether exercise has been an integral part of your lifestyle for years or it’s only just become a priority one thing’s for sure, it’s hard to stay on track when you’re travelling for business. Should you try running, rely on the hotel gym, work...
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Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) typically affects around one person in every 1000 in the UK and is most common in the over 40s. It’s a blood clot that develops within a deep vein in the body and commonly occurs in a larger vein that runs through the muscles of the calf and thigh. Typical...
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Travelling for business can take a real toll on your health. Jet lag, commuting, and long working days can leave you feeling exhausted, unwell and wondering whether it’s ok to exercise or not. Sometimes the answer is obvious – if you’re wheezy, if you can’t get out of bed or if you can’t even...
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When you think about exercise and creating a workout plan to fit in with your travel schedule the focus tends to be on how that exercise will make you physically stronger or fitter. How your blood pressure will lower, your cholesterol will stabilize and your heart will be healthier. However, studies also show that...
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Do you keep exercising on your business trips? Travelling for business can sap your physical and mental energy whether it’s a national or international trip. You’re away from your home comforts, partners and the usual office routine sometimes for weeks at a time. It’s easy to let your fitness slip and consequently your energy...
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When you think of exercise you think of running, taking classes, or smashing out reps in the weights room but what about swimming? The benefits of swimming It won’t impact your luggage allowance. All you need is your swimsuit, goggles and a swim cap. If you’re an experienced swimmer, you may want to pack...
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