#tipstostayactive

It's always a challenge to maintain an active lifestyle living out of a suitcase. Here are some fun ways to incorporate daily workouts into your next travel itinerary.

1. Drop-in classes

There's no better time to take advantage of drop-in classes than when you're traveling. This way, the only legwork you have to do is the actual class itself. The best thing about drop-in classes? In many cases, the first class is free!

2. Day-of race registration

Much like drop-in classes, day-of race registrations are perfect for travelers. With the exception of marathons and half marathons, most races let you register the day of the race. So next time you arrive at your destination and discover that the annual "Jingle Bell Jog" is going down the next day, register day-of and meet the local running community.

3. Market walking

Take a cue from America's unofficial national sport of mall walking and try market walking next time you travel. As the central market in a foreign city is usually a top tourist destination, you'll probably have plans to visit it anyway. All it takes to be a market walker (and get results without running into anyone) is to show up an hour before the market officially opens which gives you plenty of time to log a mile or two. After a few laps you'll be chummy with the vendors and know exactly what you'll want to pick up for your picnic lunch.

4. Virtual yoga

All you need is an Internet connection and a credit card. Sign up for the free 15-day trial, or subscribe for $20 per month or $200 per year and you should be able to find shavasana even when your favorite yoga teacher is time zones away.

5. Hit the heights

Go out for tracking and hiking to refresh your body and soul.

6. Lounge and lunge at the beach

Fitness retreats are all the rage these days and are perfect for those of us who need an escape but don't have the time or resources to create the itinerary. Since these retreats can be pricey, it's best to go with operators that partner up.