5 reasons why you shouldn’t exercise on holiday

Sign up to our free Living Well email for advice on living a happier, healthier and longer life Live your life healthier and happier with our free weekly Living Well newsletter Live your life healthier and happier with our free weekly Living Well newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. It prevents injury Dr Jinger Gottschall, who works alongside fitness brand Les Mills, is an expert in the development of sustainable and effective exercise regimes – and says it’s definitely OK to take a break from exercise. “Everything from catching up on the Body Coach’s latest addition to squeezing those 10,000 steps in requires energy, and you may just decide to use that energy elsewhere when you’re on holiday.” 4. Absence makes the heart grow fonder “Taking a break gives you time to relax and refocus, and this can make you appreciate the positive feelings associated with training,” says Gottschall. Chances are, their body doesn’t need a fresh new training innovation – it may well need a rest!” He recommends factoring in regular walks, and maybe the odd swim or a bit of yoga to keep the feelgood hormones going while you’re away.