Vacations are meant for relaxation, not restriction — but that doesn’t mean you have to throw all your healthy habits out the window. The key is balance. Start your day with a solid breakfast (think: eggs, fruit, oats) to set the tone, and aim for protein and fiber at each meal to help you feel full and avoid mindless snacking. Stay hydrated, limit the sugary drinks, and if you know you’re going big at dinner, keep lunch lighter. You’re not counting macros — you’re just being intentional.

That said, enjoy yourself. Part of traveling is tasting new foods and treating yourself — just don’t let one indulgent meal turn into five days of eating like you’ve lost your mind. One great tip? Follow the 80/20 rule: eat clean 80% of the time, and enjoy the other 20% without guilt. Your body doesn’t fall apart in a week — what matters is the standard you return to. So live a little, stay active, and come home feeling recharged — not regretful, and remember to take walks.

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