Fitness on the go

The challenge to work fitness into business travel

Just got back from a three-day business trip. Traveling can be a real challenge to stay fit. Lots of sitting on the flights as well as sitting in meetings. There's dessert and alcohol temptations as well.

I managed to do a decent job in the hotel workout room in the mornings for about 25-30 minutes of combined cardio and weights. The effort was fair, but as I've said recently, an effort is better than no effort.

I found an article on work-outs for those on the go and share it. I hope it helps you find new ideas and stay motivated.

Former Biggest Loser Contestant Update

Jay and Jennifer Jacobs 

Biggest Loser Season 11 finalist, Jay Jacob, and his daughter Jennifer have struggled since leaving the show. You may recall that Jay was voted off in week 7 and returned in week 12. Jay did have a decent performance overall and lost a little over 45% of his body weight. He ultimately lost out to Irene Alvarado for the 3rd finalist spot at the finale weigh-in. It seemed to me that Jay was never really checked-in after his return to BL in week 12. Like father, Jennifer also lost around 40% of her body weight.

Both Jay and Jennifer appear to have struggled with regaining the weight and are striking out to something new. They will be partnering with the author, Jonathan Bailor, to try out his program, the Smarter Side of Slim. .

The program says that it focuses on eating and a smart approach to exercise. You can check out the book, The Smarter Side of Slim (affiliate link).

You can check out more information about Jennifer and Jay as well as information regarding the program at the Smarter Side of Slim blog.

Just Gotta Run

End of the summer season and start of school is coming rapidly, and I've switched my workout routine a bit. Motivation and time have both been problems lately, Going to the gym just isn't as appealing these days.

It's important to keep some focus and realize that an effort and a game plan are better than nothing.



Lower intensity workouts like a slow jog or a brisk walk are still a good fitness tool. You'll have to walk longer to burn the same amount of calories that a short, more intense workout would burn. However, when you are working at a lower intensity, you burn fat for your energy.

Combining a jog or brisk walk with some basic exercises like crunches or push-ups provides additional benefit.