Fitness Made Fabulous

Staying fit on the road can be a daunting task. Honestly, the hotel treadmill is the last place in the world I want to be -  I would rather walk miles sightseeing. But, I have had some getaways where I managed to shake up my exercise routine by doing something a little different - sunrise yoga on the beach in Florida is one of my favorite memories. That experience showed me that it was possible to make fitness a fun part of my vacation instead of an imposition. If you need a little inspiration to start working out, or just want a cute exercise outfit, here are three finds that make fitness on the road a piece of cake (whole-grain and low-sugar, of course!)

Ultimate You: A 4 Phase Total Body Makeover for Women Who Want Maximum Results
by Joe Dowdell
If you really want to increase your knowledge of fitness, nutrition, and weight management, this book is chock full of good information that will keep you on track no matter where you are. Author Joe Dowdell is the founder and co-owner of Peak Performance which was voted #3 gym in America by Men's Health Magazine. Celebrities, athletes and top fashion models have all trained with Dowdell. Ultimate You has some great tips like suggesting that you travel with exercise bands for a strength building workout that you can do anywhere. It also features great stretching sequences that you can easily perform in your hotel room or outdoors in the park and at the beach.


Marika Magic Shape Enhancing Activewear
$32-$42
Personally, I enjoy my workouts more when I am wearing a cute ensemble. I was recently asked to road test a Marika Magic Sports Bra and I give it a thumbs up. The fabric is very comfortable and moves with you. The power-mesh fabric also flattens and sculpts your tummy so that you look 10 pounds thinner without even breaking a sweat. So, if you don't make it to the gym, wear some Marika and no one will be the wiser! The Marika Magic line includes the Uplift Bra, a Tummy Control Pant, a Tummy Control Tank, a Butt Booster Pant and more.

Banjees Reversible Wrist Wallet by Sprigs
$15-$16.50
This nifty product is great for sports and travel. Banjees can store your cash, keys, ID, and even small cell phones in a comfortable pouch that zips shut. They are available in a variety of solid colors and patterns - I'm partial to the leopard print. Not only would this be great for storing your room key if you do venture out to the hotel gym, I would wear this at the airport to store my ID so I don't have to pull out my wallet. One size fits all divas (and divos.)