It’s not actually mandatory to give up your fitness routine while on holiday. No one’s going to tie you to that deck chair and force-feed you tropical drinks. All you really need is your running shoes and a little motivation. For the latter, keep reading. We hope you’ll find these reasons compelling.
1. To Get Even More Relaxed
That “runner’s high” is real. It comes from endorphins released into your blood during exercise. These endorphins are natural, utterly satisfying, and guaranteed to never get you in trouble with customs officials.
2. To Stay Healthy
Holidays should be good for you. They’re supposed to be a break from the things that wear you down. So there’s no reason to break from the things that maintain your health and well-being.
3. To See Area From a Different Perspective
You’ll see more from local roads and paths, especially at a jogging pace. Why speed through unexplored towns and lands? Why keep all the people and places out of reach, with a car window between you?
4. To Burn Off All Those Extra Vacation Calories
What better way to strip the guilt from all those extra vacation food and drinks? Enjoy your magnificent meals and tropical cocktails. And then run them off.
5. To Meet Locals
Find local runners through running shops, online message boards, or a Meetup. Turn running into a social activity and make new friends.
6. To Enjoy Nature
Find a trail or a park or shoreline path and get away from civilization for a little while. Take in the sights and the quiet and the fresh air.
7. To Get Some Time to Yourself
Or conversely, use your run to get away from everyone. Claim some valuable me-time.
8. To Get Moving Early
The heat of summer often makes an early start appealing. Take advantage of being an early bird to jump-start your day.
9. To Justify a Lazy Afternoon
No need to feel guilty for lounging on the beach or poolside if you’ve already put in your miles.
10. For the Pleasure of Running!
You enjoy running, yes? And vacations are for doing what you love.
