Get in shape vacations

Fatpacking - Various Locations Across the United States

A new twist on an old pastime, Fatpacking is backpacking geared specifically for weight loss. Guests embark on one and two-week wilderness hiking vacations with the dual objective of altering your body composition and enjoying the great outdoors at the same time.

Fatpacking is strictly a fitness regime, with no alterations to your diet habits planned. You are actually encouraged to eat what you want while backpacking because of the intensity of the exercise. By carrying all of your food and gear on your back during your long distance walk, you lose weight, get in shape and relieve stress -- all while experiencing breathtaking destinations untouched by industrial development.

You can choose from a variety of trails located across the country. Upcoming trips are planned for the Florida Trail in Kissimmee, Big Bend in West Texas, the Arizona Trail in Phoenix, the Hot Springs and Ouachita in Little Rock, the Great Smoky Mountains in North Carolina and Tennessee, and the Appalachian Trail in Western Connecticut and Massachusetts. Prices depend largely on location and length of the trip. One-week trips are about $750 and two-week trips are about $975.

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Fitness Holiday, Responsive Travel - Kenya
If you're looking to get in shape and visit an exotic destination, Responsive Travels Fitness Holiday in Kenya is a must-try vacation alternative. The concept of the program is to give participants maintainable "animal like" fitness ability. Courses run for nine days, two weeks or five weeks with six to 14 people per course. Your fitness center will be Watamu, one of the top beaches in the world on the Kenyan coast, as well as the Sokoke forest and Marine Park.
You can choose from courses such as swimming, running, weights, circuits, yoga, Tai Chi, canoeing, deep sea fishing, diving, windsurfing and surfing. The extensive workouts are balanced with relaxing activities such as massages, stretching, meditation and sunbathing on the beaches to ensure that your body does not become overworked or strained. Whether your goal is to build muscle or lose weight, nutritional guidance is also provided to help you develop a balanced and healthy diet.

The vacation is based in Baraka House, a private hotel that boasts panoramic rooftops and balconies overlooking the Indian Ocean, as well as three spacious bedrooms. Prices start at $3,345 for nine days and $4,800 for a 14-day trip.

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Orange County Adventure Boot Camp - California
If you're someone who easily tires of the same old workout routine, the Orange County Adventure Boot Camp will whip you into shape! Theres never a dull moment on this four-week outdoor program that offers fitness instruction, nutritional counseling and motivational training.
The philosophy of the Orange County Boot Camp is that in order to achieve your fitness goals and stay healthy, you must constantly be challenged while having fun in the process. Guests of all ages, sizes and fitness levels work together on a variety of programs that consist of running, yoga, Pilates and cycling.

According to past participants, results from the boot camp include a 3-5% reduction in body fat, five to 12 pounds of weight loss, a one to three inch decrease in your midsection, a 25% increase of your endurance and strength, improved posture and a decrease in stress level.

Because of the recent successes with the program, founders John Spencer Ellis and Christina Lucy have authorized instructors to conduct boot camps at destinations across the globe. New locations can be found across the United States, Canada, England, the Netherlands and Africa. Prices start at $299 for the local, 20-day program.

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