Everyone loves to go on vacation. There is something about getting away from your normal surroundings that cleanses the soul, but often when we go on vacation we tend to leave our diets and exercise habits at home. This may make for a more relaxing vacation, but we all know that feeling of seeing the scale jump up 5-10 pounds after returning home. Here are ten great tips to staying in shape while on your Outer Banks vacation.
#1 Morning Jog on the Beach
There is nothing more motivating than seeing the sunrise over the ocean while hearing the peaceful sound of the waves slapping the shore. Instead of sitting on the deck of your vacation rental watching the sunrise take this opportunity to go for a peaceful morning jog on the beach.
#2 Take a Bike Ride
Riding a bike may seem simple and not compare to your usual work out regiment, but it has actually provided all of us great exercise since we were kids.
#3 Swim a Few Laps
We all love getting in the ocean to floating around, doggy paddling with the kids, or laying out in a float on a calm day. Next time you decide to jump in the ocean to cool off try swimming. Swimming is often overlooked as exercise but it causes you to engage your whole body in a good work out.
#4 Go Surfing
Surfing is not only an amazing full body work out, but it's also a lot of fun. If you don't know how to surf there are plenty of training camps on the Outer Banks. This may be the perfect time for you to learn!
#5 Paddle Board
Paddle boarding is a great upper body work out. You are constantly engaging your upper body while getting to enjoy the peacefulness of being out on the ocean relaxing.
#6 Kayak
Whether you choose to go ocean kayaking or go kayaking in the sound, it is sure to be a fun and relaxing way to keep in shape on your Outer Banks vacation. We recommend looking at places such as Kitty Hawk Kites for great kayak tours.
#7 Beach Yoga
If you are someone that like to really take it easy and relax then beach yoga is perfect for you! Break out the yoga mat under a beautiful sunrise on the beach to get a blissful exercise.
#8 Excursion
Plan an excursion! This will be sure to be a fun activity for the whole family. Nags Head Woods has some great trails and beautiful scenery to complete the perfect family excursion.
#9 Throw a Frisbee
We all know it and most of us love it. Throwing a Frisbee is not a new beach activity but it will continue to be fun beach exercise. Your core, arms, and legs all get worked out while you have a blast with the kids.
#10 Portion Sizes
This last tip isn't an exercise. It's more like helpful advice. There is no shame in indulging with a delicious pizza or a nice bowl of ice cream, just remember to know your limits. Often we love the taste of something so much that we will continue to eat past the point of being full. Next time you indulge on vacation remember that you can save some for later and have two delicious meals rather than one. Your body will thank you later.Remember this list next time you plan your Outer Banks vacation it may help you arrive back home feeling great and weighing in at an amount you'll be happier with!
