Posted by: The Healthy Traveler
on Feb 23, 2012
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Loading up the RV and heading off to your favorite vacation destination is enjoyable and exciting, especially for the children. Unfortunately, it’s also very stressful for the adults. There are hundreds of things to remember and pack, so finding space for everything can be challenging. Hitting traffic on the road can start to stress you and the sheer boredom of a long drive can leave you feeling extremely edgy. Fortunately, there are ways to counteract stress on the road. Here are some tips to help you arrive at the campground safely and stress-free.
Sing-Along
Put in some music, turn it up and sing along with your favorite artist. Singing can be relaxing in and of itself, plus you children can join you for the performance. The best part of traveling in an RV is that you can enjoy the tunes in the driver’s area while the kids go enjoy their own music in the bedroom.
Accept the Timing
Posted by: The Healthy Traveler
on Feb 16, 2012
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Weekend trips are a regular event for the RV’ing community. It’s common for people to round up the supplies they need and hop behind the wheel for a two or three day escape into the wild outdoors. You want to still eat healthy on these trips, but you also want to simplify the packing so you can enjoy more of your time camping rather than cooking. Here are some space-saving and time-saving tips that will help you eat healthy even on a short trip.
Make Salads Ahead of Time
Potato salad and macaroni salad are fantastic side choices for any meal when you’re camping. However, the boxes of pasta and vegetables take up a ton of space in your RV. Make the salad at home and just take a single covered bowl with you on the trip. You will save space in the RV and you won’t have to spend time making the salad at the campground. If you’re worried about the pasta getting soggy, then just add the dressing at the campground. You will also avoid warming up the RV by boiling water inside.
Chop, Cut, Grind and Puree at Home
Posted by: The Healthy Traveler
on Feb 09, 2012
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Camping is a time for roasted marshmallows, smores and dining on potato chips while the ribs are cooking. Unfortunately, all of these activities will leave you struggling with weight and battling guilt. You may feel like you will just have to give up the snacks completely, but that isn't necessary. Here are some tips to help you enjoy the snacks without the guilt or pounds.
Exercise
If you indulge in smores with the kids, then work off the extra calories by grabbing the flashlight and taking a late-night hike. You will work work off some calories, get yourself nice and tired before bed and you will also get to enjoy the evening wildlife. If you’re on the road and indulge in a cupcake, then take a long walk and stretch your legs at the next rest stop. You can swim a few extra laps at the campground pool when you arrive, take the kids out on paddleboats or go out on the bikes. When you head out to exercise, try to take a buddy with you for safety.
Posted by: The Healthy Traveler
on Feb 02, 2012
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Children love the RV lifestyle. There is an excitement that comes with packing up for a camping trip that most children never grow tired of. Whether you tow a trailer or have a massive coach, the kids will usually be excited and anxious to get the vehicle packed and head off on the next adventure. However, the time spent on the road and relaxing at the campground doesn’t have to result in them forgetting everything they learned at school. Even though you are on the road and away from home, the trip can still be educational.
Early Readers
Posted by: The Healthy Traveler
on Jan 26, 2012
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You probably know that sunburns are a serious problem. They can cause cancer, leave you looking old before your time and they are just plain miserable. Nothing can ruin an otherwise gorgeous vacation like the misery of severe sunburn. Here are some tips to help you avoid those sunburns and find relief from the pain should you still get stung.
Dressing Routine
When you get dressed in the morning, slather on some sunscreen. It only takes a few minutes, and making it part of your routine will help ensure that you don’t accidentally forget to apply it. Applying it before you get dressed will also ensure that you remember to cover your neck, throat and those sensitive shoulders.
Aerosol
Spray-on sunblock is incredibly easy to use. It allows you to cover your entire back without asking for help. It lets you protect the kids without making them stand still for five minutes. Toss a bottle in your daypack when you head out to explore the area, so you can reapply it often. The one downside of these aerosol cans is that can set off the natural gas alarms in some campers, so you should only use them outdoors.
Hats
Posted by: The Healthy Traveler
on Jan 19, 2012
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Children love camping. They love the woods, the ponds and rivers and streams. If the campground has a pool, they will love the pool so much that the other amenities might be overlooked. They love that they can run, ride their bikes and make new friends. They’re usually so excited playing that they forget about basic safety rules. Here are some tips to help you keep your children safe while you are camping in your RV.
Posted by: The Healthy Traveler
on Jan 12, 2012
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Going on a long road trip is fun and exciting. Seeing the country and meeting new people is part of the RV lifestyle. Unfortunately, back pain is also a common complaint, especially if you spend long hours in the driver’s seat. Luckily, there are ways to avoid having lower back pain when you are on the road.
Take a Break
Posted by: The Healthy Traveler
on Jan 05, 2012
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Breast cancer risk is not usually the first thing that comes to mind when you are enjoying the sunset over the Grand Canyon or heading to Canada for your first zip-line adventure. However, whether you are at home or on the road, there are simple steps you can take to lower your risk for breast cancer or to do what you can to stay in remission if breast cancer has already affected your life.
Both women and men can be inflicted with breast cancer; however, it is far more common in women and is the second most commonly diagnosed cancer in American women (behind skin cancer). There are some risk factors that are beyond your control, such as gender, age and family history; however, there are lifestyle and dietary changes you can make to reduce your overall risk and live your healthiest life possible.
Posted by: The Healthy Traveler
on Dec 29, 2011
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Part of the appeal of any recreational vehicle is the ability to cook your own meals. Yet many campers limit themselves to what can be fixed on the grill outside. There is no reason to limit yourself to hamburgers and chicken. Here are some ways you can enjoy healthy, home-cooked meals when on the road.
Menu Planning
Posted by: The Healthy Traveler
on Dec 22, 2011
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The open road beckons you. Campgrounds are waiting to be enjoyed and different cities are awash with new adventures. It’s part of the RV lifestyle and it comes complete with the hazards of gaining weight along the way. Of course, you don’t have to pack on the pounds every time you head out with your fifth wheel or motorhome. Here are some tips to help you enjoy your vacation without watching the needle on the scale climb.
