Yep, that looks like a good vacation!
But, in reality, you can (and should) have a blast fitting in a little of this too:
Just channel your inner Baywatch and get to it!
How is it possible to fit a run in during an already jam packed vacation? Well, the how is pretty simple: you make a little time, just for you (just like any other self care routine, you find the time to take care of yourself!) to go out for a 30 minute easy run! The why is what I wanted to address here, for some extra oomph for your motivation on vacation runs!
I hope there are running shoes in there!
First of all, taking just a 30 minute, easy paced run a couple of times (for a week vacation, a total of an hour isn't too much!) will give you some relaxation and peace (and a little time away from little ones and other family if that's how you roll). It works when you're at home, right? So why wouldn't you want to give yourself a little extra zen on your vacation? So, just set aside time (before you even leave if you can, just make it part of the itinerary) and tell everyone you are traveling with that you intend to take a couple of short runs, and make them hold you to it!
Another big perk of running on vacation-- you never know what you might see! You're on a vacation to see someplace new (or your favorite place, either way, a location you want to see a lot of) so what better way to get a close, personal tour than on foot? If you can find a park or well used trail, try going there (especially if you vacation in the mountains-- there are always park rangers and other folks to guide you and marked trails to keep you safe) or just around your resort area if it's not too heavily trafficked. You may find a cute shop or eatery, or some place you'd like to visit but may not have noticed in a car.
Beach goers-- just take a short run down the beach and back! (I recommend staying close to the surf where the sand is packed and wet, but feel free to challenge yourself on the dry sand too!) There are always people around, and the natural beauty of the shore. With all the picturesque scenery, how could you resist? Plus, it's a perfect location to try a barefoot run if you know there's no glass or sharp shells in the surf.
Just run knowing this is what awaits you at the end!
From a purely technical point of view, running some place other than your normal routes and climates is great for your training-- it's a totally new environment for your body to adjust to, and a fresh route to keep your mind guessing and alert. We all know it's best to switch up our routes at home, so take this opportunity to try out a new climate, and a new route! You will appreciate both the newness of the route, and not taking time off and getting out of your routine too much. I advise running by effort, and not watching your pace and distance too terribly much either. Take a break from the timing and data, and just appreciate what your body can do for you (it is a vacation after all-- don't be too serious!).
Just leave this gizmo at home, and run to enjoy it, not to exhaust yourself or train hard
Running on vacation can be a wonderful addition to any trip-- and some extra "me" time for you! After all that time sitting down to get to your destination, a good stretch feels amazing! Just throw your shoes in your suitcase next time you pack up, and try to get yourself out there at least one time during your travels-- who knows? You might find some places you never knew existed while you're out.
Do you run on vacations? What's your favorite experience from a vacation run? Let me know!
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