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Video: Exercising Around The World
Apr 17th, 2012 at 5:05PM:
How do you stay fit while you travel? The hotel gym? Walking around sightseeing? Unless you're an adrenaline junkie, you probably don't put too much thought into exercising while you're on the road. So this video of NerdFitness.com blogger Steve Kamb exercising around the world provides a refreshing and practical look at how you can stay active anywhere.
Check out Steve warming up with ...
SkyMall Monday: Arm Exercise Weights
Mar 19th, 2012 at 1:00PM: SkyMall Monday has a rich history of promoting fitness equipment that combines wellness and the workplace. From the Sit Fit to the Trekdesk and the Springflex UB, we've enjoyed showing you how to use SkyMall products to maximize your time at the office. However, we've only covered cardio and heavy resistance workouts. What about those of you who just want some low-impact exercise to keep yourself ...InterContinental Hotels Group launches EVEN, a wellness-focused hotel brand
Mar 1st, 2012 at 3:00PM:
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) today announced the US launch of EVEN™ Hotels, its new, wellness-focused hotel brand.
What is a "wellness hotel"?
Over a span of 18 months, IHG closely analyzed emerging trends, conducted studies and talked to over 4,000 customers. The research showed a demand shift to a holistic wellness travel experience, and confirmed an unmet need among ...SkyMall Monday: Giddyup! Core Exerciser
Feb 20th, 2012 at 1:00PM: The best pieces of exercise equipment incorporate a healthy dose of sexual innuendo. It keeps the user motivated and makes for great people watching at the gym. I mean, isn't that basically the whole idea behind the Shake Weight? Here at SkyMall Monday headquarters, we try to keep our exercise low impact, but we always keep an eye out for new and erotic ways to stay fit. Thankfully, SkyMall has ...Pack a Sports Bra, Already
Nov 27th, 2011 at 9:00AM: If you're looking for something slightly saucy, sorry, there's nothing sexy about what I'm about to write here. It's just a bunch of practical advice for traveling women with a bit of, uh, bounce. See, I did some off road travel recently and the one item I regretted not throwing in the overnight bag? A sports bra.
Runners know the value of a good sports bra, most outdoor adventurers know this, ...SkyMall Monday: Sit Fit Exercise Device
Oct 3rd, 2011 at 1:00PM: Now more than ever, we all spend way too much time at our desks staring at computers. That means that we have less time for long walks, brisk jogs and other aerobic exercise. All of this leads to weight gain, diminishing health and lazy lifestyles. With winter just around the corner, exercising outdoors becomes more challenging. That means that we have to get more creative about how we find time ...SkyMall Monday: Talking Hand Exerciser
Jun 6th, 2011 at 1:00PM: I hate working out. I'm not proud of that and, despite my aversion to exercise, I do engage in quite a bit of it. I enjoy long bike rides, hiking and getting caught in the rain. That said, staying fit can be tedious. Perhaps that's because exercise equipment is so dull. Treadmills? Without outdoor scenery, running is the fitness equivalent of watching paint dry. Plus, they confuse cats. Elliptical ...Video of the Day: Laughter Yoga
Feb 13th, 2011 at 6:00PM:
Fitness is practiced differently wherever you head in the world, whether it's thousands running the New York City marathon, groups practicing Tai Chi in Hong Kong or in India, laughing yourself into shape with a hilarious technique called Laughter Yoga. According to technique's founder, Dr. Kadan Mataria of Mumbai, laughter is extremely good for health, encouraging deep breathing that is ...
Westin teams up with New Balance to give travelers a reason to stay fit while traveling
Jan 4th, 2011 at 1:00PM: It's getting a little harder to avoid working out on vacation. Westin Hotels & Resorts and New Balance have joined forces to empower travelers to stay healthy and fit when away from home by providing New Balance footwear, apparel and fitness program content at Westin Hotels worldwide.
During a pilot program in 2010, guests of 10 Westin properties were given access to New Balance shoes and ...Jog at rest stops - Road trip tip
Aug 7th, 2010 at 1:44PM: When you pull into a rest stop to refresh, include a 3-5 minute jog or brisk walk.
It helps relieve the stiffness from sitting in the car and gets the blood pumping. It also provides children an opportunity to run and scream.
When you finish, do a quick stretch. Now you can be awake and alert for the road.
[Photo: Flickr | MikeBaird] ...Make time for yoga - Road trip tip
Aug 6th, 2010 at 3:02PM: When embarking on a road trip of a few days or more, plan ahead by finding local fitness classes you can take as you pass through a new city.
Rather than spend your time stretching at a boring rest stop, pop in for a 30 minute or 1 hour session at a yoga, pilates or fitness studio. You'll meet locals, get a feel for the town, and get that cooped-up car-feeling out of your system. Search for ...SkyMall Monday: Children's Gym Equipment
Aug 2nd, 2010 at 1:00PM: With summer in full effect, everyone is hyper-sensitive about how they look. It's been one of the hottest summers in decades, which means skimpier clothing and lots of time spent in bathing suits. And that means exposed skin and - sadly - exposed flaws. From beer bellies to muffin tops to hot dogs on the backs of people's necks, fat rears its ugly head in numerous unflattering ways. I'm not ...Travel fitness: Staying fit while away from home
Jul 28th, 2010 at 2:00PM: So, you've been exercising regularly but now you have a trip coming up and you don't want to lose your momentum. Obviously, you're not going to be able to pack your bicycle, yoga mat, or weight set along but, while you may have to modify your exercise approach, there's no reason to abandon your workouts entirely. Here is some great travel gear that helps me stay in shape while away from home.
...Travel fitness: Packing light helps travelers stay in shape
Jul 27th, 2010 at 2:00PM: A little bit of planning while you pack will help you to stay in shape and explore your destination with ease. Packing light is essential, and each of these items earns their space in your luggage. Follow the strategy outlined below and you will have an inexpensive, easy to pack, and fun way to explore a new destination that keeps you in shape while you travel.
Running Shoes: Pack a pair of ...Ask Gadling: Travel weight gain
May 12th, 2010 at 12:00PM:
Traveling into unknown territory can bring up a lot of questions. We're here to help. This week's question comes from Andrew in Long Island, who has a problem that many -- if not most -- of us have.
"I'm trying to lose weight. I've lost 15 pounds since February, but I keep wrecking my progress when I go out of town. I travel once per month for business and also went on a vacation, and every ...Photo of the Day (3.21.2010)
Mar 21st, 2010 at 6:00PM:
It's amazing something as boring as a run on the beach could look so beautiful. Flickr user NigelDurrant captured this masterful shot of a few runners in Barbados. I love the sense of movement, the symmetry and long pencil-thin shadows stretched in the sand. Wonderful.
Have any great photos you'd like to submit for Gadling's Photo of the Day? Submit your best shots here. ...The Abbey Resort and Spa: Luxury on Lake Geneva
Sep 11th, 2009 at 10:30AM:
Billing itself as "the only full-service resort" on the shores of Lake Geneva in Wisconsin, The Abbey Resort and Spa is one of those places where you can almost feel the ghosts of the past whispering around you. The resort was completely renovated in 2005, but its timber A-frame and low-slung bungalow style buildings look much as they did when it was built nearly 50 years ago, when the ...Grand Canyon hiking: Tips on how not to have a heart attack
Jun 28th, 2009 at 2:30PM: If hiking the Bright Angel Trail, or any other trail that leads down into the Grand Canyon is the stuff of your dreams, be warned--it isn't the easiest thing to do. Sure, going down is fine. That path of switchbacks, often with mule pee at every turn, beckons downward. "This is swell, " you might say to yourself. "Isn't the Grand Canyon grand?"
Sure. It's spectacular. The Grand Canyon is probably ...Three travel ideas from the ITB Berlin Travel Show
May 11th, 2009 at 4:00PM:
More than 11,000 exhibitors from 187 countries tried to make their mark at the 2009 ITB Berlin Travel Show. They showcased wines, highlighted unique local attractions and generally tried to show that they are the best places in the world for tourists to spend their hard-earned cash. Travel+Leisure tried to describe the industry's hottest trends, but the article really came across as "here are a ...Undiscovered New York: Getting sporty
Apr 2nd, 2009 at 12:30PM: You probably already know New Yorkers are a competitive bunch. Whether it's fighting it out for designer duds at the latest sample sale, running down a taxi or climbing the corporate ladder, it's a city that thrives on getting ahead. What you may not realize, however, is that these very same facets of New York City also make it the ideal place for athletic pursuits. Despite all the glass and ...
