On the Road Championship Tips By Laura Posada

Most of you know that my other half is NY Yankees All Star Catcher Jorge Posada.

During the last couple of weeks, to show my support, I have been on the road with him and constantly away from my home. With this very hectic schedule it has been impossible for me to cook at home and I have had to turn to discipline in order to stay in shape.




Up until now being disciplined has paid off and I continue to maintain my ideal weight. Let me share with you a couple of tips that have helped me even when on the road.

1. When packing always remember to take your workout clothing and your sneakers, that way you will not have any excuses not to get some needed exercise in to your busy schedule. Before starting your day, you can take a half an hour walk. It is an excellent way to sightsee while you to get your heart rate going. You can also visit the hotel’s gym and if the hotel does not have one look for one in the vicinity, they will usually give you a free one-day pass. You can also visit the nearest park where you can perform various exercises using your own body weight.

2. Always try to remember that a trip is a perfect time to relax your body and your mind and not necessarily a free pass to eat whatever is put in front of you. Try to maintain a balanced diet and consume produce that is typical to the area that you are visiting and in season. Try fruits and vegetables that you might not be able to eat back home and remember to control your sugar intake.

3. If you trip will be long, always bring a couple of snacks for you and your family. I recommend that you take apples, bananas, nuts, whole-wheat turkey sandwiches, low fat yogurt, carrots or celery sticks. You never know if your flight will get delayed and you will be stuck at the airport with nothing but fast food joints to choose from. Remember it is better to be safe than sorry!!

4. Keep in mind that it is very important to hydrate!! Always remember to drink at least eight glasses of water a day. When you are on the road and outside of your routine and your home it is very easy to forget to drink enough fluids. I recommend that you take a bottle with you that you can refill everywhere you go.

5. Finally, I will encourage you to try to maintain a healthy balance between planned activities and resting.

When you go back home you will jump back in to the daily grind and it is necessary for you to get enough sleep while you travel. Otherwise, you will return home even more tired than when you left.