Fixing Your 21-Day Routine While Traveling

The 21 Day Fix is a three-week fitness and nutrition program designed to help people lose weight and enhance their muscle tone and definition. It involves 30-minute daily workouts and a portion-controlled meal plan. The program is delivered via DVDs, which can also be streamed online, and includes colour-coded kitchen containers, a meal planning book, and a nutrition guide. While travelling, it's important to plan ahead, pack 21 Day Fix-compliant snacks and lunches, and stay accountable to your coach and/or support group.

Plan ahead

Planning and preparing are the keys to success when it comes to staying on track with the 21 Day Fix while travelling. Here are some ways to plan ahead:

Firstly, find out if you will have access to a refrigerator at your accommodation. If you are unsure, give the hotel a call and ask them. Don't be afraid to request a room with a refrigerator if you have "special needs". It is also important to stay hydrated, so bring a large water bottle and stock up on water as soon as you arrive.

Secondly, the 21 Day Fix provides colour-coded containers to help with portion control. These containers can also be used for storing your food while travelling. You can also use labelled or colour-coded Ziploc bags, which are available at most stores. Pack snacks and lunches that are portable and can be easily grabbed and eaten on the go or used to make a simple lunch in your hotel room. Some examples of foods to bring include Shakeology (a complete meal that can be made in seconds with a shaker cup), raw almonds (available in individual packages), nut butter (either a whole jar or individual packages), tuna (in easy-to-open cans or packages), fruit (choose travel-friendly fruits that are in season), mustard (order a box of individual packages), and whole grain crackers.

Thirdly, sit down with your 21 Day Fix Nutrition Guide to pick out your favourite portable foods for snacks and lunches. Bring enough snacks so that you don't get too hungry and end up gorging when dining out. Packing your own food can also help you save money during your travels.

Finally, if you plan to dine out, remember that cheat meals are okay! Food is part of the travel experience, whether it's because you're eating with friends, family, or colleagues, or you're trying local cuisine. Just keep in mind that cheat meals will affect your results, so order and eat smaller portions. If you don't want to cheat, eat before you go out. You can also drink sparkling water with lemon or lime instead of cocktails, and study the menu in advance to focus on the salad and veggie sections.

Pack 21 Day Fix-compliant snacks and lunches

Packing 21 Day Fix-compliant snacks and lunches is a great way to stay on track with your diet while travelling. The program provides colour-coded containers to help with portion control, and these can also be used to store your food while on the go. You can also use labelled or colour-coded Ziploc bags.

Some ideas for snacks and lunches that are easy to pack and eat while travelling include:

• Shakeology—bring a shaker cup for a quick and easy meal
• Individual packages of raw, organic almonds (available at Trader Joes)
• Individual packages of nut butter
• Easy-open cans or packages of tuna, packed in water
• Travel-friendly, in-season fruit—remember that dried fruit has a lot more sugar
• Individual packages of mustard to add flavour to eggs and tuna
• Whole grain crackers

You can also refer to your 21 Day Fix Nutrition Guide or a 21 Day Fix Food List to pick your favourite portable foods for snacks and lunches. It's a good idea to bring enough snacks so that you don't get too hungry and then overeat when dining out.

Dine out smart

Firstly, it's important to remember that it's okay to have some cheat meals when you're travelling. Food is part of the travel experience, whether you're eating with friends, family, or colleagues, or you're in an exotic place. Just remember that with every cheat meal, you must adjust your expectations as it will affect your results. To minimize the impact, order and eat smaller portion sizes.

• If you're going out to dinner or to an event with food and you don't want to cheat, eat before you go. Having a complete meal beforehand can help curb your appetite so you don't overeat while you're out.
• Pay attention while you're socializing to avoid mindless snacking out of habit.
• Avoid alcoholic drinks. Instead, opt for sparkling water with lemon or lime in a fancy glass. If you must drink, keep it light and make sure to drink multiple glasses of water for every alcoholic drink.
• Study the menu ahead of time and focus on the salad and veggie sections. Many menus these days include the caloric count, which can be helpful.
• Ask for sauces and salad dressings on the side so you can control the amount that goes on your food.
• Learn some healthy food swaps and don't be afraid to let your server know about your special dietary needs.

Remember, planning and prepping are key to staying on track with the 21 Day Fix while travelling. By following these tips and making smart choices when dining out, you can still enjoy your travels while sticking to your health and fitness goals.

Don't skip your 21 Day Fix workouts

The 21-Day Fix is a highly efficient programme that can help you get fit in a short amount of time. It is designed to be completed in just three weeks, with daily 30-minute workouts. This means that you will need to stay committed to the programme to get the best results.

The 21-Day Fix is a great programme to follow while travelling as it requires very little equipment. All you need is a towel, a workout mat, and some appropriate workout shoes and clothing. The workouts are also accessible online, so you can log in and workout anywhere.

If you have a Beachbody On Demand membership, you will have 24/7 access to your 21-Day Fix workouts, as well as 700+ others, and the nutrition guide. This means that you can easily continue your workouts while travelling, as long as you have a mobile device and internet access.

If you don't have a Beachbody On Demand membership, you can still bring your 21-Day Fix DVDs and a portable DVD player with you when you travel. That way, you can make sure you don't miss a workout.

It's important to remember that the 21-Day Fix programme only spans 21 days, and you are meant to exercise every day during that time. This means that skipping a workout, especially while travelling, can set you back. So, make sure you stay committed and find time to fit in your 30-minute workouts, even while on the go.

The 21-Day Fix workouts are designed to be enjoyable and fast-paced, so you should look forward to them even while travelling. The programme also offers a variety of workout styles, including cardio, resistance training, pilates, and yoga, so you can choose the style that best suits your needs and preferences.

Use your 21 Day Fix tools

The 21 Day Fix is a life-changing program, and there are some great tools to help you stay on track. Here are some of the tools you can use to stay structured:

• Beachbody's Nutrition+ App: This app can help you stay on track with your nutrition and meal planning while on the go.
• Coach Monica's 21 Day Fix Daily Meal Planner: This planner can help you map out your meals and snacks ahead of time, so you always know what you're eating.
• Coach Monica's 21 Day Fix Daily Tracker: Use this to record your progress and stay motivated.

In addition to these tools, you can also utilise the portion-control containers that come with the program. These colour-coded containers help guide your meal portions and can also be used to store your food when travelling.

If you're a subscriber, you can also access bonus workouts on Beachbody On Demand. This gives you even more variety to your workouts and can help keep things interesting.

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