Stay Fit on the Go: 6 Exercises to Keep You Moving on Your Next Road Trip
Get Ready to Roll
Taking a break from work doesn’t mean you have to take a break from your fitness goals. Whether you’re embarking on a cross-country adventure or a quick weekend getaway, staying active on the road can be a challenge. But with these 6 exercises, you can turn your road trip into a fitness adventure.
Rear-ender: Wake Up Your Body
Before you start your journey, get your heart rate up with some rear-enders. Stand about a foot away from the back of your car, lift your right knee high, and tap your right toe on the bumper. Quickly switch to your left knee and repeat. Aim for 3 sets of 20 reps, alternating legs.
Suitcase Swing: Work Your Booty
Gas stops can be a real drag, but why not use the opportunity to work on your booty and legs? Grab your suitcase and stand with your feet wider than hip-width apart. Take a slight bend in your knees, push your booty back, and drive through your heels, squeezing your glutes forward. Try 3 sets of 15 reps.
Bumper Push-up: Take a Break from Snacks
Before you indulge in some road trip snacks, why not fit in a quick workout? Place your hands about shoulder-width apart on the bumper of your car and step your feet back into an elevated plank. Lower your chest, exhale, and press away from the car. Shoot for 3 sets of 15 reps.
Windshield Wiper Reverse Leg Lift: Clean Your Windshield and Your Glutes
When you stop to clean your windshield, take the opportunity to work on your glutes. Take a slight bend in your standing leg as you reach forward with the squeegee. Lift the opposite leg behind you, squeezing to engage your glutes. Return your leg and arm to the starting position. Try 3 sets of 15 reps on each leg.
Parking Lot Sprint: Get Your Heart Rate Up
When you stop to stretch your legs, why not fit in a quick sprint? Find a safe, open space and set a distance about six cars long. Sprint down and back 5 times to get a little HIIT action in and boost your metabolism! If you’re short on space, try tire taps instead.
Freeway Crunch: Stay Active from the Passenger Seat
Don’t have any stops for a while? You can do freeway crunches from the passenger seat! Place your hands behind your head, lift your left knee, and lower your right elbow, rotating at your core so they meet each other. Return to the starting position, and then repeat on the other side. Continue to alternate sides and aim for 50 double-count crunches every 5 minutes.
Stay Fit on the Go
With these 6 exercises, you can stay active and fit even on the longest of road trips. So pack your bags, grab your sneakers, and get ready to roll!
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