If you're traveling this holiday season, bring your running shoes along and make sure you take advantage of your new surroundings. Running on vacation is one of the best ways you can explore a new area or city and get a bearing on your surroundings. Also, if you're overseas and plan on trying out a new cuisine, running will be a good way to stay in shape - and hungry.
If you're staying in a city, waking up early and taking a morning run is optimal in order to beat the tourists and traffic. This is a perfect way to begin the day, and once you're finished with the run you will have the entire day to explore. You will also already be familiar with the city, so navigating your way to different locations won't be a problem.
Another advantage of running in the morning is that you will be able to see parts of the city that you would never walk or drive to, which are often some of the most interesting and hidden places. Any river or body of water nearby is usually an optimal place for a run and will keep you from getting lost.
If you’re traveling to Europe, the opportunity to run down cobblestone streets and pass by ancient buildings could even be the highlight of a trip. Meanwhile, those escaping to warmer weather and beaches should take advantage of the sun and soak in the landscape and beautiful views while Boston is faced with cold weather and possible snow.
Before heading out, it is important to make sure that the city (and area) you are running in is safe, and if you don't feel comfortable, it may be better to stick on the treadmill. However, if you are traveling to a new place or warmer weather, take advantage of your surroundings and explore the new area, it will be worth it!
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