Episode 15 - Travel And Fitness: Routine Doesn't Break. It Travels

Send us Fan MailAs we head into the spring and summer vacations will mostly likely be more prevalent and sometimes people worry about vacations long before they head out because it will mess with their exercise routine that they have worked so damn hard to put in place. This is especially so for people who have had fraught relationships with exercise and consistency in an "all or nothing" mindset but have since done the deep work to move past that. There can still be a lack of trust so this Riff is dedicated to preparing people to trust themselve and enjoy the vacations they deserve. In this episode, Louise Green reveals her secrets to staying active and maintaining a healthy routine, even when you're on the go. Discover how to blend adventure with wellness, ensuring your travels are both exciting and beneficial for your body and mind.Key Take aways: Consistency in exercise is crucial for both physical and mental health.Adapt workouts while traveling by planning and researching in advance.Incorporate active travel, like walking and exploring, into your routine.Plan around vacations to maintain momentum and prevent setbacks.Understand the science of habit formation and the effects of taking breaks.Make workouts accessible with minimal equipment like bands and bodyweight exercises.Focus on movement for connection and mental well-being, not just calorie burning.Use re-entry strategies after breaks to avoid injury and regain progress.Explore new gyms and workout environments for fresh experiences.Breakdown00:00 - How travel affects consistency and the mindset shift needed.02:21 - Practical ways to stay active while traveling.05:34 - Planning ahead for vacations without losing progress.09:18 - Habit formation research and the importance of consistency over intensity.13:09 - Re-entry strategies for getting back into training after time off.15:02 - Adapting workouts for travel with minimal equipment.21:04 - The mindset: movement for connection, not just calorie burn.24:46 - The significance of long-term consistency over perfectionism.Louise Green is an award-winning coach with 20 years invested in working with women of all body sizes. She has coached thousands of women from all over the world, if you're ready take the next step in your strength, check out her coaching program: https://www.louisegreeninc.com/size-strong