On the Road Again

I am getting ready to go on vacation next week. We will be driving across the country and visiting family, but that doesn’t mean that it will all have to be unhealthy and sluggish. There are things that you can do ahead of time to make sure your trip is healthy and happy-and that you keep your mind, body and spirit connected.
First things first, I pack my yoga mat (have mat, will travel). Now that my son has really kicked his practice up another level, he wants to bring his as well. I did google to see if there are any classes we can take near where we are staying, but no such luck. I would love to take a class again at my old studio, but they moved about 30 minutes north of Princeton, so I don’t think I can squeeze that in. I guess Little Man and I are on our own, but that’s ok. I will bring our Yoga Pretzels deck and we can play that way.
Secondly, I want to make sure we have healthy choices on hand for our trip. I plan on bringing my less guilt Chex mix, some trail mix (including Little Man’s favorite fish food!). I also plan on packing sliced fruit for water infusions (lemon, lime, mint and more!) and real fruit to snack on, rather than rest area junk. Nothing is better than almonds, grapes and string cheese as a snack-its filling, nutritious and so much better for you!
We are fortunate to have chosen hotels on the road that have fitness centers. Since we are going to be sitting in the car for 8-9 hours, I need to get my blood pumping first! Even a 30 minute workout between cardio and weights will do a body good, and keep me from feeling like a slug on the road. They also have pools, so the Little Man and I can splash around and blow off steam.
Most of all, vacation is a chance to recharge my batteries. The Queen is being left in capable hands. The puppy & krazy kat will be well loved while we are gone. Now it's my turn to relax, recharge and renew.
I can't wait to get on the road!