Jacqueline is a former member of the Canadian National swim team with over 10 years experience as a fitness professional. She holds a graduate degree in Health Sciences and is also a nutrition expert. Jacqueline is the co-owner of Move to Heal, a sport injury, yoga, and pilates clinic located in the heart of downtown Toronto in the Thompson Hotel Residences.
Lots of my clients are traveling this month, and they have all asked me for a great quick workout you can do in a small space (airport lounge perhaps!) or in a hotel/park, etc. The great thing about these workouts is that you don’t need a gym or any equipment and you can still get a huge benefit. You can go through this routine more than once…
Travel Workout
20 body weight hip thrusts on a bench or chair
20 body weight squats
20 kick-up reverse lunges (one leg at a time)
30-second plank hold
20 body weight hip thrusts
20 mountain climbers (25 each leg for a total of 50)
10 push-ups
20 side plank touch downs, each side
20 body weight squats
10 push-ups
20 reverse lunges (10 each side)
10 dips (on a bed or a couch or chair)
30-second plank hold
20 body weight hip thrusts
10 downdog to plank
20 knee to elbows
10 downdog to plank
child’s pose hold and breathe
cool down stretch
Make sure that you are well hydrated if you are going to workout outside. Especially during the summer months, drinking extra water is important in order to prevent dehydration and heat stroke. Aim to drink at least 2 to 4 litres of water per day. I also like to consume lots of hydrating fruits and vegetables during hot summer months. My favourites are cucumber and watermelon! If at any time you feel dizzy or lightheaded, stop what you are doing, lay down flat on your back, and take a few deep breaths.
What are some of the workouts you do when traveling? Let us know in the comments below or tweet us @ViewTheVibe.
