As the temperature drops and the nights draw in, it’s easy to skip that midweek gym session in favour of a night on the sofa, or jump on the bus rather than walk to work.
But lazing around too much, when you also include the festive food, isn’t great for your fitness. So what’s the answer?
Well, you could go for a jog on Saturday, but where’s the fun in that? Why not take a trip away AND get fit at the same time?
There’s no better place to get the heart racing and the legs pumping than Scotland this winter. So why not take a look at these three options and book up a Travelodge north of the border?
Looking to get fit somewhere else? Find the right place in our Fitness Breaks in the North and Fitness Breaks Down South posts.
1. Tackle the Ice Factor at Kinlochleven
If you fancy channelling your inner arctic explorer this winter then a full day’s adventure course at Kinlochleven’s Ice Factor will make you shiver with excitement.
The day starts with a crash course in rock climbing, where you’ll learn everything you need to know about knots, movement and more. After a short break you’ll then take on the Aerial Adventure Course, which takes place 15m in the air and includes knee-wobbling heights, dizzy obstacles and a giant bungee swing.
Then after a spot of lunch, you’ll attempt to scale the world’s biggest indoor ice arena and finish of with a well-earned sauna and steam room. Who needs the spa? After all that you’ll definitely need a good night’s sleep, so get booking our Fort William Travelodge.
2. Attention! Discover your inner soldier with Scottish Military Fitness
Britain’s soldiers are some of the finest in the world and that’s in some parts down to their extreme level of fitness. And while we can’t promise you’ll turn into Kelly Holmes overnight, the guys at Scottish Military Fitness in Glasgow will certainly give it their best shot.
Their classes may only be an hour, but by the end of it you’ll certainly be feeling the burn. You’ll say goodbye to muffin tops with this varied workout testing every part of your post-Christmas body.
SMF takes place in local parks, so it’s simple to find one near your hotel. Make sure you book our Glasgow Travelodge today, and take your first step towards a healthier 2015!
3. Walk the walk in Edinburgh
If your idea of exercise usually takes a more sedate course, then why not visit the Scottish capital for a walking holiday to remember.
There are plenty of fantastic routes you can take through the city to get fit and explore everything Edinburgh has to offer. Walk to the summit of extinct volcano Arthur’s Seat, take a stroll along the riverside with the Water of Leith Walkway or simply traverse the cobbled streets at your leisure.
There’s so much to do, you’ll want to spend a few days there, so check out our Edinburgh Travelodge for the perfect base from which to explore this vibrant city.
