…or over a long weekend away!
When on vacation with a group it is sometimes hard to always eat what you want. Not everyone has the same tastes, you don’t want to spend a lot, etc.
In order to keep from stressing too much about that, I just make sure to bring my own snacks and healthy additions to meals and desserts. It is much easier to bring food along when you are going on a road trip, but it is definitely still possible to throw some simple things into your suitcase on a plane.
Before the weekend, I made a trip to Trader Joe’s to pick up some simple and healthy snacks.
I picked up bananas, almond milk, and a few packets of protein powder to make quick, simple, satisfying and healthy smoothies. These can be made for a quick meal or for a mid-day snack.
I packed my small Magic Bullet, too! I just got this blender, but I plan to take it with me regularly on trips now, including on a plane. It does not take up a lot of room and you could pack protein powders in the cup itself to save room.
Yogurt, bananas and granola can always be eaten for a meal or snack.
Hummus, avocados and crackers (and I will be sure to pick up some veggies when we get down there) for me to bring out to snack on when the bags of chips and other snacks come out. Hummus and avocados can also be added to salad or veggies to make a meal!
Another simple and easy thing to bring is pre-cooked rice and beans! Trader Joe’s has a great variety, my favorite being the Black Beluga Lentils and the Brown Rice. These pre-cooked packets can be heated on the stove or microwave in a couple of minutes and make the perfect addition to any meal.
Other snack items include dried fruit, trail mix, granola bars and peanut butter packets that you can pack and bring anywhere with you.
I also made sure to make some healthier homemade muffins and cookies.
Carrot Banana Muffins (see recipe here)
Blueberry Muffins (see recipe here)
Super Charge Me Cookies (see recipe here)
By bringing my own snacks, I can piece together simple meals if need be. I feel better about myself and my body feels better when I continue to eat as I normally do. I want to feel good while on vacation, so a little planning beforehand is well worth the effort. Plus, once you get into this routine, it takes no extra time to prepare at all!
Yes, this may seem like a lot, and it is because we are taking our car, which means a cooler is available. If you are flying somewhere, pack some granola bars, dried fruit and protein powder packs in your suitcase for snacks and hit up a grocery store for fruits and veggies once you arrive at your destination.
I also always pack my resistance bands and exercise clothes.
The bands are easy to use for 10-20 minutes each morning for a quick workout along with pushups and situps. While walking and/or running is a perfect way to explore a new area and a great way to squeeze in some exercise!
Working out and eating well while traveling can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be! All you need is a little prep and your vacation can be all that you want it to be. 🙂
Happy traveling!
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