Flight attendants spend a majority of days traveling. As a result, sticking with a specific diet or working out regularly can become a challenge, especially when a flight attendant is trying to lose weight. Living out of a suitcase, visiting unfamiliar cities and constantly being on the go can have a negative impact on a flight attendant trying to lose weight. However, there are actions flight attendants can take to lose weight that will fit in with a hectic lifestyle.
Step 1
Pack snacks ahead of time. Take a look at your work schedule and pack enough healthy snacks to take with you as you work. If you have access to a refrigerator, take fruit, low-fat yogurt, celery sticks or carrot sticks with you. If you need to pack nonperishable snacks, opt for whole grain pretzel sticks, wheat crackers, rice cakes or 100-calorie snack packs -- 100-calorie snack packs are pre-packaged snacks -- such as chips or cookies. Pack your snacks in a place that is easily accessible such as the front pouch of a suitcase or in a purse.
Step 2
Pack workout equipment that travels easily. Place resistance bands, a jump rope and aerobics DVD in your suitcase.
Step 3
Drink plenty of water. Instead of drinking soda or other high-calorie beverages as you travel, stick with water. Water can help keep you feeling full, replenish your muscles and help to regulate your digestive system, according to the National Academy of Sports Medicine.
Step 4
Look for healthy meal options while eating a restaurants. Look for low-calorie meals on the menu. If a low calorie meal is not available, do not be afraid to ask your waiter or waitress for nutritional facts. When trying to lose weight, stick with a daily caloric intake of 1,200 to 1,500 calories, according to the National Academy of Sports Medicine. Have water or a diet drink with your meal and skip dessert.
Step 5
Exercise in your hotel room. Participate in regular cardiovascular exercise for weight loss. The National Academy of Sports Medicine recommends 60 to 90 minutes of exercise per day, five days per week for weight loss. Pop an aerobics DVD into the DVD player at your hotel or a computer or opt to jump rope. If you do not have time to exercise for 60 to 90 minutes daily, take small actions to increase the amount of calories you burn. This can include taking the stairs instead of riding the elevator.
Step 6
Use resistance bands in your hotel room. Resistance bands are lightweight and travel easily. Participate in a strength training program while at your hotel. The National Academy of Sports Medicine recommends strength training two to three days per week. Sessions should last between 15 and 30 minutes. Complete bicep curls, triceps extensions, shoulder presses and squats while using resistance bands.
Things You'll Need
- Resistance bands
- Jump rope
References
- "National Academy of Sports Medicine; Essentials of Personal Fitness Training"; Scott Lucett; 2008
- Sports Fitness Advisor; Resistance Band Exercises
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