Packing is one of those things where logic doesn’t seem to fully apply. We’ll force 438 different swimsuits into our luggage like our lives depend on it, yet cringe at making space for any workout gear. (Our kingdom for Hermione Granger’s charmed purse.) While it’s more than OK to take a break from working out while on vacation, it can be good—especially for motivation—to incorporate some sort of workout into our travel itinerary.
With that in mind, we went and found our favorite quick workouts that are suited for traveling. Meaning—they don’t take up a lot of time (that could be spent sunning by the pool), and they can be done with minimal or no equipment (more room for swimsuits). Check them out below.
THE ROUTINE:
Four sets of 5 minutes jumping rope (for Kourt, this equals around 500 jumps)
Between each set, alternate:
• 25 push-ups (you can do these on your knees if you need to)
• 25 dips
• 100 crunches
THE ROUTINE:
Serve the Platter
Hug a Tree
Newspaper
Arm-Assisted Crunches
Side-Line Sweeps
*Repeat this circuit up to five times
THE ROUTINE:
Clamshells
Bridge Abductions
Single-Leg Bridge
Fire Hydrants
Plank Oblique Tap to Knee Drive
THE ROUTINE:
Breathing Warm-Up
Half-Circle Arm Pulses
Upper Chest Pulse
Hand-to-Ceiling Lift
Front-to-Back Arm Extension
Tricep Extensions
Weighted Circular Arm Pulses
Side-to-Side Arm Extenders
Weighted Arm Stretch
THE ROUTINE:
Broad Jump to Back Pedal
High Mountain Climbers
Traveling Skaters
Squat Jacks
Shop our fitness collection:
The content provided in this article is provided for information purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice and consultation, including professional medical advice and consultation; it is provided with the understanding that Poosh, LLC (“Poosh”) is not engaged in the provision or rendering of medical advice or services. You understand and agree that Poosh shall not be liable for any claim, loss, or damage arising out of the use of, or reliance upon any content or information in the article.
Up next, be the first to know our weekly content and sign up for our Poosh newsletter.