Brea Getting Fit

I’ve spent alot of time thinking about what to write, and I think that I finally have it…the only problem is that I may need to write a vegan road trip survival guide! There is SO much that I learned from our trip. Obviously planning ahead, and packing the ice chest were great ideas…but what about when you leave the car out in the sun for 5 hours while you’re visiting with someone. Or what do you do when you have to stop at a hole-in-the-wall eatery? OR, how do you fit in exercise when you’re in the car for more than 8 hours and can barely move your legs once you arrive? Thankfully, I have (some) solutions. I think that I’ll have to post a few blogs about it, though. Today I’m inclined to write about how I worked out in the car. I brought a weighted ball and resistance band, which allowed me to do bicep curls, tricep raises, shoulder presses and a myriad of other exercises. I used my resistance band for calf presses, bent over rows and quad extensions. I must say that I got some weird looks from the cars that were passing by, but I only gained a pound on the trip (which I attribute to not getting enough cardio). I did try to do my barre exercises while we were in our hotel rooms at night, but there were a few nights that it was 11pm before we got anywhere, and I was just too tired. I did try to walk as much as possible while we weren’t in the car. I know it’s just common sense, but I found it very rewarding to be able to have a vacation AND stay in shape! (it also helped when I wanted those sweet potato fries with my grilled portabella burger!!) So, if you’re traveling, I would recommend investing in AT LEAST resistance bands. It’s SO worth it (and it helps your body to not fall asleep).