Whilst the gym may be your usual venue of choice for exercise it’s not always going to be the most accessible whilst you’re travelling for business. Yes, your hotel may have a gym but it’s not guaranteed to have the same equipment or classes you favour at home. The good news is you have...
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The health benefits of running are varied and far-reaching. Running has been proven to reduce your risk of heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes. It can also reduce stress, tension and anxiety, increase energy levels and help you to enjoy a better nights sleep. But when it comes to business travel the key...
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Airports are not often renowned for their fitness facilities….. When international travel is part of your job description you spend a lot of wasted hours at airports. Even if business and first-class travel mean you’re likely to skip the queues at check-in you’ve still then got a couple of hours waiting time before your...
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Fitness Apps are becoming increasingly popular to use during a business trip. Staying on track with your fitness goals can be tricky when you’re on the road or working overseas for business. You don’t have your usual kit, trainer or even access to a gym. So what can you do to maintain your fitness?...
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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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