Consistency Starts with a Plan (and the Right Fuel)

Sticking to workouts during holiday travel isn’t just about willpower. It’s about setting yourself up for success before the day even starts.

Whether you’re road tripping, flying across the country, or staying with family, your energy levels and ability to stay consistent with your workouts depend heavily on what you eat, how you hydrate, and how well you plan.

Pro tip: Schedule your workouts into your calendar just like you would a holiday dinner or travel day. Even a 20-minute session can keep your momentum going, support your digestion, and give you a much-needed energy boost during a busy week.

And when you fuel with whole foods, get your electrolytes in, and go into the day with a plan, you're way more likely to follow through—especially when you're out of your routine.

Up next: what to pack and snack on to make it even easier to stay consistent.

Pack Smarter, Not Harder

Traveling can throw off your routine, but it doesn’t have to derail your nutrition. One of the easiest ways to stay on track? Bring your staples with you or stop at a local grocery store once you arrive.

Here’s how to keep your meals balanced, your energy steady, and your bloat to a minimum.

Grocery Staples (Perfect for hotel rooms, Airbnbs, and even Grandma’s fridge):

• Rotisserie chicken: Pre-cooked and protein-packed—add to salads or bowls for a quick meal.
• Tuna packets and nitrite-free deli meat: Great for sandwiches, wraps, or protein snack boxes.
• Precut veggies and greens: Pair with hummus, olive oil, or avocado for fiber-rich meals that keep you full.
• Avocados, berries, apples, bananas, oranges: Fiber + micronutrients + travel-friendly.
• Microwaveable quinoa, rice, or sweet potatoes: Great carb options when you need quick fuel.
• Almond milk, single-serve oats, and mixed nuts: Perfect for breakfast or late-night snacks that won’t spike your blood sugar

Pro Tip: Pack your FASTer Way staples like single-serve protein powder, collagen, and hydration packets. Don’t forget a shaker bottle or collapsible blender bottle to mix on the go.

Snack Like a Pro (Avoid the Airport Crash)

It’s tempting to grab candy, pretzels, or mystery snack packs while you travel, but those quick carbs won’t keep you full or fueled.

Instead, stock up on snacks that balance protein, fiber, and healthy fats to keep your blood sugar stable (and your hanger at bay).

Here are some easy, travel-approved combos:

• Chomps or beef sticks + almonds
• Tuna packet + rice cakes or Simple Mills crackers
• RX bar + banana
• Collagen shake + apple
• Trail mix (unsweetened dried fruit + raw nuts)
• Siete chips + guacamole cup

Whether you’re sitting on a runway or heading out for last-minute shopping, these snacks keep you energized and satisfied.

Hydrate Smarter (It Matters More Than You Think)

Between salty snacks, holiday cocktails, and dry airplane air, it’s easy to get dehydrated over the holidays—and that alone can cause fatigue, cravings, and bloating.

Solution? Bring your hydration game with you.

• Add FASTer Way Hydration to sparkling water for a fun, festive mocktail.
• Mix with apple cider vinegar and lime for a gut-friendly reset drink.
• Sip throughout the day, especially if you're indulging in cocktails or wine at night

Dehydration is sneaky, but staying ahead of it will help you feel way more like yourself while you're traveling.

Fast Smart, Not Perfect

Let’s bust a myth: intermittent fasting doesn’t have to be “perfect” to work. Even during holiday travel, a 12–14 hour overnight fast can support digestion, reduce inflammation, and help you feel more balanced after bigger meals.

The key is intentionality over rigidity.

• Skip the all-day grazing and leave space between meals.
• Focus on balanced meals when you do break your fast.
• Let fasting support your body instead of stressing about the clock.

FASTer Way clients often say they feel lighter, more energized, and less bloated when they maintain a gentle fasting rhythm while traveling. You don’t need to white-knuckle through it—just aim for balance.

Progress Over Perfection—Always

The holidays are meant to be enjoyed. You don’t have to be “on” all the time to feel good in your body. But when you stick to the FASTer Way foundations, even 80% of the time, you’ll come back from your trip feeling strong—not starting over.

Remember your 3Ws:

• Workouts that fit your life (even 15–20 min counts!)
• Whole food macros—foocus on protein, fiber, and healthy fats outside of special holiday meals
• Water + Hydration (with electrolytes!)

Sprinkle in some movement (walks, stairs, chasing kids), stay mindful of your meals, and let the rest go.

No matter where the holidays take you, staying active, fueled, and consistent is 100% possible, and you’ll feel so proud you kept the promises you made to yourself.

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