Build Your Mental Health Toolkit
OCT 02, 2024Think of a mental health toolkit as a collection of strategies you can access whenever you need them. It’s about equipping yourself to handle challenges in a healthy way.
Read MoreWhen you’re traveling, getting in your daily workout may be the last thing on your mind. Between travel schedules, activity scheduling and getting everyone fed…who has time to work out? You do! Getting into and staying in a routine when it comes to exercise is a great benefit. Letting those habits lapse when traveling can spell trouble for when you get home.
If you have time, walk the concourse between flights. The areas are temperature controlled and it gives you a chance to get a better feel for the location. If you have a long flight, and it is safe to remove your seat belt, get up and walk the cabin every three to four hours to get your blood flowing. Just remember not to disturb other passengers or airline employees. Try some gentle in your seat stretching when you arrive at your destination.
Take a rest break, stop the car and stretch your legs every three to four hours. Find a safe place like a rest area or city park and take a few minutes to explore. Also perform some of these quick and easy exercises on your break:
The easiest answer when working out at a hotel is to find the fitness center or pool and engage in your usual form of exercise. Better yet, try something new! Some companies provide in room equipment and videos or even have classes available for guests, so ask the concierge.
You can even prepare ahead of time by bringing your small and light equipment to use with you in your room.
Get out and explore the area around you! Visit a historic landmark and go for a hike, or walk to that top-rated restaurant just down the street. Many places offer walking tours of the city or a specific tourist site, or you can possibly rent a bike or pedal car and go out on designated trails.
When all else fails, try these easy access ways to get in some physical activity:
Think of a mental health toolkit as a collection of strategies you can access whenever you need them. It’s about equipping yourself to handle challenges in a healthy way.
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