Road Trips

This week I went on a short trip to Indiana with my sister. And though it was only two days, I still found it hard not to eat the ENTIRE time. It reminded me how important it is to plan ahead to avoid a non-stop feeding frenzy. So I thought I would offer a couple of suggestions to help those when you hit the road.

1. Take snacks in small containers/amounts—this could be 100 calorie packs or snacks that you have distributed in snack baggies. This helps limit your portions and also will save you some money in the long run.
2. Pack your lunch—again, this will not only help save your money, it will also limit calorie intake. Considering most fast food lunches can be over 500 calories, this is a fantastic way to save up some calories so you can have a nice dinner out.
3. Water, water, water—I know this make potty stops more frequent, but the benefits of water don’t stop when you go on vacation. Water will help you feel full, keep you regular (gross, but true), and keep your skin from drying out.
4. Beware of continental breakfast—yes it is great that you get a free breakfast at your hotel, but that doesn’t mean you have to try every pastry, bagel, donut or fresh baked waffle they offer. Try to find a breakfast that is close to what you would eat at home. Most hotels offer cereal, oatmeal, and fruit. Sugary baked goods are just going to make you hungry in less than an hour anyway.

Hopefully these tips can help you not totally blow it while exploring the country. And if you are wondering why Indiana, think covered bridges…23 covered bridges.