Staying fit while traveling: My go-to workouts + tips

Stay active with my favorite sculpting social workouts, simple bodyweight routines, and hotel gym circuits to keep you feeling strong while traveling.

Hi friends!

Are you OK? Hope you have a nice morning. We are on an adventure and we are heading to New York! New York is one of my favorite places in the world and I’m excited for the Broadway shows, shopping, all the food and sightseeing. If you have New York City tips or new favorites, send them my way! My last trip was with Liv.

If you’ve been here for a while, you know how much I love a good travel adventure. Whether it’s a family road trip or a long flight overseas, I always feel better when I leave the house.

But let’s be real: staying active while traveling can be challenging. Time zones, busy schedules, limited equipment, and when you want to relax can make it easy to skip workouts. (Sometimes I skip workouts when I travel.)

Over the years, between family trips, girls’ weekends, and extended vacations, I’ve learned that you don’t need a fancy setup or hours at the gym to feel strong and energized when you’re not in town. Today, I want to talk about my travel workouts, how to get them stuck without taking over the trip, and tips for making a “fitness on the go” mentality feel doable and fun for you.

Staying fit while traveling: My go-to workouts + tips

Why I make fitness a priority when traveling

When I move my body on vacation or at work, I notice:

my energy stays higher

I feel less swollen

I can enjoy all the amazing food without feeling sluggish

It helps me sleep better and handle stress which is always appreciated

Best of all, this wasn’t about “burning” the meal or forcing Mysel to do something I didn’t want to do. I usually look forward to moving my body every day (it’s one of the ways I stay sane). For me, it’s about maintaining a routine, supporting my mental health and feeling good so that I can enjoy every moment of my trip.

My go-to workout when traveling

Here are my top three ways to get moving on the road—all are tried, tested, and easy to customize to your schedule and location.

1. sculpt social app workouts

If you’ve followed me for a while, you know that I love sculpting society.

This is my top choice for traveling because:

Staffs are 10-45 minutes long – perfect for a quick workout that I can adjust to my own time.

You don’t need much equipment (you can do many exercises using your body weight, but sometimes I use 3 pound weights or ankle weights)

They combine dance cardio, strength and Pilates/Barre style moves to keep things interesting.

The energy is upbeat and always enhances my mood, even in a hotel room.

The lecturer is great. Top fitness trainers are too many for me. TSS instructors have great tips on natural energy and form.

If I’m sitting most of the day, I’ll usually opt for a 30-minute sculpting session in the morning or a quick cardio session before dinner.

My full review of Sculpt Society is here and my link to get a free month is here.

2. Simple body weight exercises

Bodyweight exercises are a game changer when you’re short on time or don’t have access to a gym.

Here are my favorite 15-minute full-body circuits you can do anywhere—an Airbnb hotel room, or even a park:

10 air squats

10 push-ups (modify on knees or lean in chair/bed if needed)

10 walking lunges for each leg

20 bicycle sit-ups

20 hip bridges

30 seconds plank

Repeat for 3-4 rounds with minimal rest.

This routine hits all major muscle groups, keeps your heart rate up, and requires no single piece of equipment.

3. Express hotel gym track

If your hotel has a small gym, I like to keep it simple but have a good mix of cardio.

Power Circuit:

Do 3 rounds:

10 squats (goblet squats with dumbbells if available)

10 deadlifts (dumbbells or bar if available)

10 curved rows

10 push-ups

10 leg length platforms

12 hip lifts

30 seconds plank

Aerobic exercise:

Treadmill Hill Workout:

Start with a 2% incline and warm up at an easy pace.

Increase the incline by 2% every 2 minutes until you reach 10%.

Maintain 10% for 2 minutes.

Reduce to 2%, then sprint for 1 minute.

Cool on a flat or low incline for 2-3 minutes.

This combination gets your heart rate up, challenges your muscles, and makes you feel strong without spending an hour in the gym.

Tips for staying consistent on the road

Plan ahead: I usually decide how many days I’m going to exercise before traveling. A little planning goes a long way. I had zero expectations as well. If it works (hehe), that’s great; if it doesn’t, that’s ok too.

Packing points: I always throw resistance band loops, a refillable water bottle, and sneakers into my bag.

Make it interesting: Choose your favorite workout – dance aerobics in your hotel room, hiking, beach walks – whatever makes you move.

Hydrate and rest: Traveling can be dehydrating and exhausting. Staying hydrated and prioritizing sleep will make exercising easier.

With a few workouts and a flexible mindset, you can maintain your energy, support your health, and go home feeling great.

Whether you’re using a sculpting society, squeezing in a bodyweight workout, or hitting a quickie at the hotel gym, remember, it’s always better than nothing. Exercise is a gift to yourself. Even on vacation. Plus, exploring and walking with a delicious meal or shopping bag in hand totally counts as exercise.

Do you prefer to exercise when traveling, or do you prefer to completely rest? I’d love to hear your approach in the comments!
XO

Gina