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| Goodbye Nottingham! |
After working hard at the gym & eating mega healthy (the majority of the time) I'm ready to enjoy some Spanish cuisine & cocktails over the next few days!
My last post was all about my top tips to have a realistic transformation, fitting in with your every day life, with some simple workouts for at home or the gym - anytime, anywhere! One thing a lot of people find difficult, myself included, is keeping as healthy as possible on holiday.
Don't get me wrong, I love going away & indulging, enjoying myself. But there's no worse feeling coming back to see all your hard work has gone to pot over the space of a week! But there's no problem in putting back on a few pounds, just kick yourself back into gear when you get home to reality & you'll be fine!
However, if you do want to take the healthier route on holiday there's always so many ways & eating out - whether you're at home or abroad - isn't always the bad option.
Obviously, your alcohol consumption is going to increase on holiday but it's more than allowed! Food wise, it's so easy to eat out! Especially when there's so many restaurtants to choose from, which are sticked with the freshest foods straight from the sea or sourced from local villages - if anything, you're probably eating better!
This morning, I woke up, bottle of water down me to kick start my system then a quick 10 minute workout! That consisted of; side mountain climbers, plank, press ups & toe touches. I definitely felt ready for the day ahead!
Breakfast is by far my favourite meal of the day & the most important when trying to lead any kind of healthy lifestyle or diet. This mornings definitely didn't disappoint!
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| Our Apartment in Calahonda |
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| Can't complain - Sea View! |
We're currently visiting the City of Calahonda for the weekend, where our apartment is located & there's so many beautiful little authentic cafés & restaurants to choose from! This morning we took a trip to 'The Jammy Olive Café' - supposedly the Spanish version of Jamie Oliver's restaurant (or a gimmick at least!) I kid you not - Chef Oliver, you better watch this space because it was deeeeelicious!
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| Jammy Olive's Café! |
Despite having a 10 hour sleep, the usual coffee fix was in order & again, one of the best coffees I've had for a while! Although the weather's a bit drab, the food & drink definitely isn't!
Although, I can't complain as I"m currently lay by the pool writing this in my bikini and shades. The student life eh?
After breakfast we went for a lovely walk along the beach for a good hour or so, before perching on our sunbed for what I hope will be the majority of the day! (weather permitting!)
It is difficult to stay on track when you're on holiday, and over the next few days I'll be posting all my foodies! But simple things like fresh prawn & avocado salads over a burger will keep you in check & allow for your extra enjoyment in the evening of a bottle of wine or a couple of cocktails!
Top Holiday Tips:
- Start the day positively! Drink at least half a bottle of water when you wake up, it will rehydrate you which is so important, especially in the sun! Not only that, but it will kickstart your system & make you feel refreshed!
- If you want to keep some sort of workout going, just do simple things. A walk down the beach, a quick abs blast (see my last posts for some ideas) or even a morning or afternoon swim - or both! (Swimming is probably one of the best overall workouts you can do, so no better excuse than being on holiday - it's literally at your feet whenever you fancy a dip! Even just 20 lengths, keep your heart rate working & fat burning!
- Choose the SUMMER option! Salads & smoothies are my go to food consumptions on holiday & not only do they make you feel good, but they're full of get nutrients that are great for your body! BIt of salad, prawns/tuna/chicken & some fruit you've got your greens, protein & five a day! Even if you opt for a burger, carbs are GOOD for you, the steak burgers abroad are much nicer than at home & have a salad over chips!
- Cocktails - not only are drinks cheaper abroad, but they're also higher in alcohol content so it doesn't take you half as much to get just as tipsy! Best thing for me! Two or three cocktails & i'm gone! Even though no alcohol is healthy, let your hair down in the evenings & do the all important thing It told you - REWARD yourself! A piña colada, mojito, sangria, whatever takes your fancy - evenings are your more enjoyment time, so let your hair down then rejuvenate the next day!
- A final top tip for holiday! Don't worry! Enjoy yourself & think about getting properly back on track when you get home!
The one thing I love about summer and summer weather is, it almost makes you want to be healthy! Salads, smoothies, shakes & even BBQ's! So don't go away & feel guilty for having your Sex on The Beach cocktail with a couple of ice creams. It's everyday life & you really need to enjoy it.
But, I'm definitely looking forward to some authentic Spanish tapas, paella & the beautiful steaks that they serve out here! With a quick workout in the morn & a swim, I'm definitely enjoying the healthy & fun parts of the holiday!
What better way to relax on holiday, than a dip in the pool, walk along the beach & some fresh fruit? Simple things, go a long way & you'll be healthier than you think without even realising it!
Saying all this, like I mentioned before - i'm not going to skimp on anything whilst I'm out here because holidays aren't an everyday occurrence. But for those of you that do want to keep a little healthier on holiday I hope these simple, but effective tips help you to stay on track (as best you can) when you go on your jollies this summer!
Follow me on Instagram - @aprilalexandrax for all my holiday antics & food advice!
For now, I'm going to love you & leave you to enjoy the beautiful British weather I hear is still with you back in the UK!
I'm off for a dip in the pool & catching some rays, before getting ready & hitting the Trafalgar Bar this evening (Cocktials & 80s music..what more could you ask for?!)
Thanks for reading! X
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