We have planned the beach holiday and we are ready to disconnect from the hectic daily routine to allow ourselves the well-deserved relaxation. But how do we do with the workouts we usually conduct? Whether it’s the appointment at the gym or the morning run, maybe we have to think of something alternative to play comfortably even at the sea. So let’s see how to take advantage of the extraordinary beneficial properties of water and sand to train and do gymnastics even at the sea during the holidays.
Mistakes to avoid
Summer temperatures are higher so we absolutely must avoid training in the hottest hours of the day. We prefer early in the morning and in the evening after 7pm. Furthermore, we follow the advice of a doctor if we suffer from high blood pressure. We do not wear synthetic clothing because it is not very breathable.
Make sure you have drunk a lot before starting but also during and especially at the end of the session. Wrong clothing and dehydration can easily lead to heat exhaustion. We also avoid intensive workouts. If we have been doing gymnastics all year, in the few weeks of vacation we can give ourselves a break and a more moderate activity.
How to take advantage of the extraordinary beneficial properties of water and sand to train and do gymnastics even at the sea
Training barefoot in the sand has extraordinary benefits. First of all, the unstable surface allows our body, tendons, nerves and muscles to continuously contract to regulate their position in space. It is not just a question of simple balance. Furthermore, the massage on the sole of the foot stimulates blood microcirculation. From a purely aesthetic point of view, it makes an extraordinary scrub!
You can start with a 10 minute walk. Then stand up on tiptoe 10 times and lower yourself. Three repetitions of 10 squats are also super effective.
Training in the water
We choose a point where the water comes to life and the seabed is flat and sandy. Especially if fresh, it facilitates thermoregulation, blood circulation and promotes the drainage of excess fluids. It’s a great cardio workout.
We start with a 15-minute walk in the water, taking care to raise the knees as much as possible. In the same way you can perform the walk on the spot. Three reps of 20 will do just fine.
End each training session with stretching.
One last tip
Working out on vacation is an original and fun way to take care of yourself. To replenish the liquids and minerals lost during sports we can drink fresh fruit smoothies. Prefer those that have grapes and blueberries. Grapes have a high sugar content but a low glycemic index while blueberries are antioxidants.
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