Health and Fitness
HOLIDAY HEALTH & FITNESS
Our adventures are loads of fun and can be enjoyed by anyone who has a reasonable level of fitness. However, some of our travel adventures visit remote areas where medical facilities are very limited or non-existent, so you must be in good health.
Note that some travel adventures may include a trekking element, so some pre-trek preparation will be an advantage. There are some other factors to consider - the heat, bumpy roads, pollution, traffic, delays, unfamiliar customs and different cultures. These may all create additional demands. Our style of travel requires that you carry your own bags, so bear that in mind when deciding if you really need that extra pair of shoes.
On all holidays, physical preparation is useful and a flexible, open-minded approach is essential.
TRAVEL HEALTH
www.traveldoctor.com.au
www.smartraveller.gov.au
SUGGESTIONS FOR KEEPING FIT
Brisk walking 3-4km, 3 to 4 times a week
Dancing, Golf, Gym classes
Team Sports
Swimming & Cycling are not weight bearing exercise
SOME BENEFITS OF REGULAR EXERCISE
Prevent or restrict the degree of Osteoporosis
Improve poor posture
Maintain good blood circulation
Maintain effecient heart and lung function
Reduce stress
Improve sleeping habits
Improve overall mood
WHAT ELSE YOU CAN DO TO HELP MAINTAIN FITNESS
Maintain a well balanced diet
Be a non-smoker
Go easy on alcohol, salt, tea, coffee & all the other baddies
