Vacationeaters

How many times have you or someone you know purposely lost weight before vacation, only to go on vacation to purposely gain it back? Do you or someone you know, regularly pack on extra unwanted pounds during vacation?

Upon returning home, these vacationeaters, or people that vacation so that they can eat perpetually, are not only plagued with the stress of resuming some normal routine, now they have extra pounds to worry about.

Here are some tips on how to vacation and have fun without gaining weight.

1. Choose to eat only two meals each day. It is likely you will be eating enough calories in those two meals to sustain you. Eat what you want, but avoid snacking in between.

2. Drink lots of water. Carry extra water bottles with you everywhere you go and stay hydrated all day.

3. Pack workout clothes. Even if you are not planning on exercising, bring proper attire just in case. Oftentimes hotels or resorts cater to fitness fanatics and have upscale gyms and spas that you may want to check out. If you are traveling with children, tennis and swimming is also a great way to burn some extra calories.

4. Plan activities that require walking. Touring a historic town or visiting the zoo will keep you busy and active while enjoying the sights.

5. If you want to enjoy a sweet treat, make it a meal. Have a regulation sized banana split for lunch or dinner. The calories in your sundae are probably equal to the calories in a regular meal.

6. Make the focus of your vacation something other than food. If you are on a boat, go to the shows. If you are at Disney, take in as many theme parks as you can. If you are at the beach, play in the surf and sand every day.

Getting away is a healthy way to manage the stress of work or school. Also, vacationing is an ideal way for families to spend quality time together that can only be achieved away from home. Avoid the pitfalls of overeating during your vacation and instead arrive home refreshed and rejuvenated.