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| Traveling in a RV. How To Stay Healthy |
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It s no secret amongst experienced RV
travelers: self reliance saves money.
The more independent you are of rv
parks, power hook ups and all those
other so called necessities, the further
your budget will stretch. And the greater
will be your freedom.
In fact serious RVers it a find real
challenge on living comfortably at
remote campsites, and in replenishing
resources along the way. But no matter
how successful we may be in this goal,
there's one universal factor that can
destroy our plans and negate all our
travelers: self reliance saves money.
The more independent you are of rv
parks, power hook ups and all those
other so called necessities, the further
your budget will stretch. And the greater
will be your freedom.
In fact serious RVers it a find real
challenge on living comfortably at
remote campsites, and in replenishing
resources along the way. But no matter
how successful we may be in this goal,
there's one universal factor that can
destroy our plans and negate all our
skills in one cruel blow: Poor health. In just a day or two, years of
experience could be all but wiped out.
There seems little doubt that, to be truly independent, good health
must be our first priority. Without it, all else is wasted.
OK. So what s the good news?
Well, the best thing about health is that it s pretty much a do it
yourself program. You have, within yourself, considerable power to
make a significant impact. Believe it or not, for the majority of us,
that means we require little or no help from the medical and
pharmaceutical industries!
Of course, any comprehensive D.I.Y. health program comprises a
experience could be all but wiped out.
There seems little doubt that, to be truly independent, good health
must be our first priority. Without it, all else is wasted.
OK. So what s the good news?
Well, the best thing about health is that it s pretty much a do it
yourself program. You have, within yourself, considerable power to
make a significant impact. Believe it or not, for the majority of us,
that means we require little or no help from the medical and
pharmaceutical industries!
Of course, any comprehensive D.I.Y. health program comprises a
range of inter dependent activities, but while on the road there are three key elements that
RV travelers ought to consider:
RV travelers ought to consider:
Protection (against physical and biological threat)
Exercise
Diet
Exercise
Diet
PROTECTION
Even the healthiest people in the world have a fundamental need to protect themselves.
After all, countless simple hazards have the potential to put us out of action , and mobile,
outdoor lifestyles certainly present those sorts of threats.
For example, vehicle malfunctions confront us in several forms. There's the ever present risk
of mechanical failure such as brakes or steering that could result in personal injury. Even
seemingly minor problems like a leaking exhaust system can become a major threat under
certain circumstances.
The solution rests largely in keeping your vehicle, trailer, motorhome or whatever in the best
condition possible. Regular servicing, along with daily inspections, almost guarantee that
mechanical problems won't arise unexpectedly.
Driving conditions are another risk. Heavy traffic, narrow mountain roads, and high winds
present a range of tricky situations. Again, the risk can be minimized simply by taking extra
care. Slow down, fasten your seat belt, and stay alert and you can feel assured that, apart
from an occasional adrenalin surge, everything will be all right.
The other area where we may need protection is in countering a variety of potential biological
attacks. Impure water, for instance, can very quickly ruin your day perhaps a whole week!
When in doubt, boil drinking and cooking water vigorously for at least three minutes.
Contaminated or spoiled foods may have a similar effect, so strict hygiene and careful
refrigeration are even more critical than when back home You also need to be extremely
thorough when disposing of kitchen and toilet waste.
Insects, too, can be a problem. Mosquitoes, spiders, wasps, ants and scorpions are just a
few of the common nasties across the country, so travelers should prepare accordingly with
screening, repellents and appropriate clothing.
In essence, protection boils down to this: BE CAREFUL. Don t take risks, and apply a
generous dollop of common sense.
Even the healthiest people in the world have a fundamental need to protect themselves.
After all, countless simple hazards have the potential to put us out of action , and mobile,
outdoor lifestyles certainly present those sorts of threats.
For example, vehicle malfunctions confront us in several forms. There's the ever present risk
of mechanical failure such as brakes or steering that could result in personal injury. Even
seemingly minor problems like a leaking exhaust system can become a major threat under
certain circumstances.
The solution rests largely in keeping your vehicle, trailer, motorhome or whatever in the best
condition possible. Regular servicing, along with daily inspections, almost guarantee that
mechanical problems won't arise unexpectedly.
Driving conditions are another risk. Heavy traffic, narrow mountain roads, and high winds
present a range of tricky situations. Again, the risk can be minimized simply by taking extra
care. Slow down, fasten your seat belt, and stay alert and you can feel assured that, apart
from an occasional adrenalin surge, everything will be all right.
The other area where we may need protection is in countering a variety of potential biological
attacks. Impure water, for instance, can very quickly ruin your day perhaps a whole week!
When in doubt, boil drinking and cooking water vigorously for at least three minutes.
Contaminated or spoiled foods may have a similar effect, so strict hygiene and careful
refrigeration are even more critical than when back home You also need to be extremely
thorough when disposing of kitchen and toilet waste.
Insects, too, can be a problem. Mosquitoes, spiders, wasps, ants and scorpions are just a
few of the common nasties across the country, so travelers should prepare accordingly with
screening, repellents and appropriate clothing.
In essence, protection boils down to this: BE CAREFUL. Don t take risks, and apply a
generous dollop of common sense.
EXERCISE
Even when traveling, it s a good idea to maintain a reasonable exercise program. But there is a catch:
To avoid costly gyms, or the added weight of exercise equipment, the range of suitable activities while
living on the road is severely limited.
Fortunately, the best exercise of all is walking. It s free, requires only sturdy, comfortable footwear, and
can be enjoyed anywhere. Even so, the real benefits of walking are its gradual, but certain and
significant effects on your health. It helps lower blood pressure, reduces body weight, and develops
efficient heart and lung functions. All of which are free!
Not only that, you can build a walking program slowly over several months from, say, a 15 minute stroll to
a 45 minute vigorous walk. Do that four or five times each week and you ll soon be getting about all the
exercise you need. Before long, you ll feel great, look good and sleep better. And you ll have fun doing it.
Even when traveling, it s a good idea to maintain a reasonable exercise program. But there is a catch:
To avoid costly gyms, or the added weight of exercise equipment, the range of suitable activities while
living on the road is severely limited.
Fortunately, the best exercise of all is walking. It s free, requires only sturdy, comfortable footwear, and
can be enjoyed anywhere. Even so, the real benefits of walking are its gradual, but certain and
significant effects on your health. It helps lower blood pressure, reduces body weight, and develops
efficient heart and lung functions. All of which are free!
Not only that, you can build a walking program slowly over several months from, say, a 15 minute stroll to
a 45 minute vigorous walk. Do that four or five times each week and you ll soon be getting about all the
exercise you need. Before long, you ll feel great, look good and sleep better. And you ll have fun doing it.
DIET
For optimum health on the road we need to take a holistic view of diet. By my definition, then, diet is the
sum total of everything taken into the body usually via the mouth.The greatest favor we can do for
ourselves is to take control over this daily process. Even years of abuse can be reversed if you make a
firm commitment to improve your selection and quantity of foods, drink and other substances.
Worst intake of all is cigarette smoke. Maybe it s not always possible to avoid other people s expired
smoke, but if it s you doing the smoking, you certainly can take charge. For your health, your finances,
and your traveling independence, if you smoke, make a determined effort to stop.
Another common substance is alcohol. Although it s not up in the same danger zone as nicotine, your
body benefits enormously if you limit the intake of alcoholic drinks. But don t get me wrong here. A
glass or two of beer or wine are very enjoyable, and in limited quantity alcohol is now believed to be
beneficial in helping us to relax. It s those long, hard drinking sessions, repeated frequently over many
years that eventually take their toll. So it s wise to try to limit alcohol intake by, firstly, substituting a
glass of water for every second or third alcoholic drink, and secondly, making a few days each week
completely alcohol free. Your body soon rids itself of toxin build up, allowing vital organs to resume
their job.
With regard to food intake, as far as possible build your meals around fresh fruit and vegetables. When
these aren t available, canned or dried substitutes provide equivalent nutrition. Other high value foods
include breads particularly wholegrain cereals, pasta and rice. At the same time, try to limit your
consumption of salt, sugar, oils and fats, desserts and sweets, cakes, butter, fast foods, and full fat dairy
products. Even eggs and fatty meats should be eaten in moderation. Not only does health improve, you
also stand to save a bundle.
Finally, if you re more than 10 percent overweight, gradually cut back on the groceries. Sounds easy
doesn t it? But you know as well as I do that nothing worthwhile is ever easy. Initially, like any change in
lifestyle, effort and discipline are necessary. Nevertheless, the really good news is, the increased
freedom and independence will definitely make it all worthwhile.
For optimum health on the road we need to take a holistic view of diet. By my definition, then, diet is the
sum total of everything taken into the body usually via the mouth.The greatest favor we can do for
ourselves is to take control over this daily process. Even years of abuse can be reversed if you make a
firm commitment to improve your selection and quantity of foods, drink and other substances.
Worst intake of all is cigarette smoke. Maybe it s not always possible to avoid other people s expired
smoke, but if it s you doing the smoking, you certainly can take charge. For your health, your finances,
and your traveling independence, if you smoke, make a determined effort to stop.
Another common substance is alcohol. Although it s not up in the same danger zone as nicotine, your
body benefits enormously if you limit the intake of alcoholic drinks. But don t get me wrong here. A
glass or two of beer or wine are very enjoyable, and in limited quantity alcohol is now believed to be
beneficial in helping us to relax. It s those long, hard drinking sessions, repeated frequently over many
years that eventually take their toll. So it s wise to try to limit alcohol intake by, firstly, substituting a
glass of water for every second or third alcoholic drink, and secondly, making a few days each week
completely alcohol free. Your body soon rids itself of toxin build up, allowing vital organs to resume
their job.
With regard to food intake, as far as possible build your meals around fresh fruit and vegetables. When
these aren t available, canned or dried substitutes provide equivalent nutrition. Other high value foods
include breads particularly wholegrain cereals, pasta and rice. At the same time, try to limit your
consumption of salt, sugar, oils and fats, desserts and sweets, cakes, butter, fast foods, and full fat dairy
products. Even eggs and fatty meats should be eaten in moderation. Not only does health improve, you
also stand to save a bundle.
Finally, if you re more than 10 percent overweight, gradually cut back on the groceries. Sounds easy
doesn t it? But you know as well as I do that nothing worthwhile is ever easy. Initially, like any change in
lifestyle, effort and discipline are necessary. Nevertheless, the really good news is, the increased
freedom and independence will definitely make it all worthwhile.
Author Resource:-> Bill Revill is an Australian freelance writer, fulltime RV traveler, and remote lifestyle expert. For further information go
to: http://www.livingontheroad.com .http://www.authorsden.com/billrevill Copyright 2007 by W.V. Revill
to: http://www.livingontheroad.com .http://www.authorsden.com/billrevill Copyright 2007 by W.V. Revill
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