Wednesday, 07 October 2009

• Why You Should Stay Fit Before Your Backpacking Trip

  
  
  From Guest Blogger Skylab @ Artofbackpacking
  

  It’s true; you’ll most likely lose weight on your trip. Being weighed down from a large backpack certainly builds stronger legs. All your adventurous treks and hikes will burn thousands of calories as well. Then there’s the meal when your meals are always on a budget. Does this mean you can eat all you want before you leave and not even bother exercising? No! Why?
  

  • Your body needs to be in a constant healthy state. I shouldn’t have to say why you need this. Common sense.

  • Letting yourself loose before your trip will mean you’ll find yourself tired more often.

  • Get better sleep at the noisy hostels if you’re in good shape. Body will also adjust faster to jet lag. Wake up feeling great from day one.

  • Feel and look better from the start of your trip. This builds better self confidence and bigger smile.

  • Avoid Yo-Yo dieting! Which is what you’re doing to yourself if you over eat now then be active later.

  • Build a stronger immune system before you go. This will avoid sicknesses early on your trip.

  
  

  
  If you want to read more specific tips about how to stay fit before your trip, Read the full article here
  
  Do you think you'd be in shape for a backpacking trip? Would you use these tips to get in shape?
  

  
  

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