Should I lose weight before going on vacation?

Before your vacation, aim to lose 5 to 6 pounds, a more realistic amount that won't require draconian measures. In the meantime, buy a new pair of jeans (you'll look thinner in clothes that fit right). Don't deprive yourself while you're away, but don't go overboard on the piña coladas and crème brûlées, either.



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Vacation weight gain is often largely water Celebrations and vacations can involve eating foods higher in carbs and salt than your normal diet, and both of these lead to water retention, she said.

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Weight gained after a vacation or indulgent weekend doesn't mean you've put on fat. It's probably just water retention, experts say. Rebel Wilson said she gained almost seven pounds while on vacation at an all-inclusive resort. Eating more salt and carbs can make us gain water weight, not fat, a dietitian said.

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We all like to relax and indulge on vacation, but a new study has found that just a one-week trip away can cause us to put on weight, which we could still be carrying around for up to six weeks after the holiday has ended.

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Enjoy your vacation without throwing your progress out the window with these 10 tips.
  1. Plan Your Meals. Impulsive meals out are the biggest diet killer. ...
  2. Drink Plenty of Water. ...
  3. Schedule an Early Workout. ...
  4. Limit Drinking. ...
  5. Walk Everywhere. ...
  6. Pack Snacks. ...
  7. Plan Active Outings. ...
  8. Bring Your Own Gym.


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Experts told Insider that weight gained after an indulgent few days is unlikely to be fat, and usually falls away when a person's normal diet is resumed. Taking a break from a diet while on vacation can even be beneficial in the long run, according to research.

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Avoid Vacation Weight Gain: 5 Simple Rules
  1. Vacation Tip No. 1: Plan Ahead to Fit in Fitness.
  2. Vacation Tip No. 2: Be Prepared.
  3. Vacation Tip No. 3: Avoid Dining-Out Disasters.
  4. Vacation Tip No. 4: Indulge in Moderation.
  5. Vacation Tip No. 5: Pare Down Portions.


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If you lose weight over the course of a few months, you won't regain it in a week, a personal trainer said. The scale may spike after a vacation, but that won't be all fat gain, according to Jordan Syatt. You can set some health boundaries, but your main priority should be enjoying yourself, he said.

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The study found that 61 percent of the participants gained weight while on vacation, with an average gain of 0.7 pounds, and that the weight gained throughout the entire study averaged 0.9 pounds. There was a large variation, however, with some participants losing weight and some gaining as much as 7 pounds.

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Here are some ideas on grab-and-go foods to include on your shopping list:
  • Boiled eggs.
  • Canned sardines.
  • Nuts and seeds.
  • Sliced vegetables.
  • Hummus.
  • Tofu.
  • String cheese.
  • Yogurt.


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