It’s giveaway time! Partly because it’s been a while, partly because it’s Friday and it seems fitting, and partly just cause I’m on vacation and this seemed a whole lot easier than writing an in-depth review.
This time I’m giving away a Garmin Fenix3 multisport watch, sponsored by Clever Training. It’s the only watch I brought with me on vacation (yes, I know, only one watch – incredible!)
So how do you enter?
Simple: All you need to do is write a comment below with what type of training (or I suppose racing) you typically do on vacation. Do you cut back, or press on as per the schedule? Or does all training just simply shift to eating ice cream and chocolate bonbons?
The winner will get to choose any Fenix3 variant from Clever Training. This could be the base grey one (seen middle in photo above), or the more swanky Sapphire unit with the metal link strap. And then you can get it with or without the HR strap. Totally your choice!
As usual, Clever Training is sponsoring the giveaway. Remember you can save 10% off anything they sell through either the coupon code or the DCR/CT VIP program, plus of course free US shipping for goods over $75US.
Thanks for reading!
The giveaway entry period will run through Monday, April 27th, 2015 until 11:59PM US Eastern Time. Winner will be selected randomly. One entry per person. The product will then be ordered immediately and shipped immediately, assuming in stock.
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I typically bring my bike and try to ride when I go on vacation whenever feasible. If there is a pool available I try to get in some laps as well. The training is more touristy in these situations (enjoying the new sites, not pushing quite as hard), but I’ve seen some fantastic destination trails and rides this way that I likely wouldn’t have experienced otherwise.
Running, walking, and a modified version of P90X.
Training continues as scheduled!! However, daily diet is thrown asunder for hedonistic desires.
I usually try to get a few miles each morning on the beach!!!
Hiking or Running, always with Strava.
I fit in training in whatever capacity I can whilst on vacation whether that be running, cycling, indoor/outdoor swimming or even kayaking. One thing I always find time to do when I’m away is become a parkrun ‘tourist,’ though I suppose I would do with my being an Event Director of one :-)
I already have made up mind that I will be taking part in the Shanghai Marathon in November.
So I will be starting my holidays from may and I will be getting ready for the Marathon.
Depends on holidays, but normally at the seaside, a long run before having breakfast, some openwater swimming, and some tempo running before dinner or, if possible, one or two long rides with a rented bike…
Let’s see if I can use the Fenix 3 in my next holidays!!
Running or Swimming. It depends on the vacation.
If I’m at my parents I fix up my old road bike and join some of the local lads. Otherwise I always have my jogging shoes with me. As the only training gadgets I have are attached to my road bike at home, it will be useful to have a (portable) watch to track my stuff.
When on vacation I like to run and then post to Strava.
As I live in the Netherlands where everything is flat on holidays I like to do some hilltraining
I like to stay active when it is a “vacation” to visit the family with a good local gym at my parents and decent options at the in-laws. I always have my garmin with me in either case.
early run, late beer :)
I often travel through out South East Asia, and one of the things I look forward to, is looking for interesting and scenic places to run. Running on vacation seems to help me stay on schedule, and acclamate me to my surroundings.
Most of our family vacations involve a lot of hiking, so I don’t do a lot of extra training when we go. But if I do, I’ll usually just go for an easy run.
The Fenix 3 would be great for all that hiking :)
Our vacations usually switch to fun mode. Exercise is found in the activities that we do while away; hiking, skiing, swimming, etc.
Typically running to the brunch buffet.
Well, as I’m so lucky to be born in Denmark, which I’m glad, it does however mean I struggle to find any hills or mountains.
As a matter of fact, our highest point is only around 150meters above sealevel. Thats why on vacation, I mostly visit countries with more spectaluar views – mountains, big oceans etc. I’d love to my hiking alongside the lovely Felix 3 watch.
Thanks for a great blog and awesome reviews as well.
Early morning runs to explore.
I like to train on laying as still as possible and relaxing while on vacation.
Running wherever I am
I usually have big plans to carry on as usual. Then I’m too tired, don’t train how I wanted, then get depressed.
We travel out west from the flat lands of the Midwest usually. Its vacation! I train wherever my son and daughter take me. From a pain perspective, my daughter is on a cross country team in college so not much “going easy”. Usually it is a run or ride with elevation in Breckenridge, Moab, Durango, Boseman, etc. so even though I didn’t train as far or as hard, I feel great when I get back down from elevation.
I love to run when on holliday. It’s the perfect chance to explore new trails. The next trail trip will be in the German Harz land
12 oz curls. Multiple sets, high reps.
When I do get a chance to go on vacation (2 kids in college) I love to run wherever we go and explore the area. I try to stick to my training plan loosely:). Would love a watch to record my adventures.
I normally keep up with my training plan that I develop the month before. Sometimes I’ll go on vacation for the purpose of training in the mountains. It’s pretty flat where I live in Michigan. Either way, I’d love to replace my aging Nike GPS watch with something newer and capable of picking up a heart rate monitor’s (like maybe the Mio Link) signal.
Recently, on an epic car trip, I’ve just been hauling my Trek Madone around on the back of the car.
On vacation my training consists of working on my endurance at the buffet line.
Depends where and who I’m travelling with. More than likely it’s a few easy runs early in the morning.
Go running in the morning, the best way to explore the new place
I like to run on vacation exploring new places.
I love to hike on my vacations!
Next vacation is Ironman Barcelona! Great to have Fenix with me ;-)
My wife, kids and myself combine vacation with races and exploring new areas. This weekend we’re racing the Whiskey 50 Off-road in Prescott AZ.
When on vacation, it’s a challenge. My kids are young, and the idea of helping my wife relax usually does not equate to me saying “I’m off for a 10 hour bike ride, honey; you have fun with the kids in the new space!”. So, I fit in what I can when I can and as much as I can. Running is always quick and easy.
I usually cut back a bit. Next vacation is Colorado, so I’ll try to get in some hikes & short trail runs.
run to ice cream with kids
Windsurfing untill exhaustion!!! ;)
On vacation is when I have more time to myself so I try to stick to my regular cardio sessions + I get to add resistance training or I make sure to take time to do yoga and stretch.
My vacations are a workout –I go backpacking. Hiking all day is great training for other the activities I do.
I try to find nice trails and to explore the surroundings, but usually cut back a bit.
Hello everyone!
On a vacation I usually run. It is a way to see other cities. Very unusual for me — I remember these moments. It became my secret and a habit.
I ran on Malta, Vienna, Majorca, Copenhagen
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Vacation means vacation! I can do whatever I want, eat whatever I want!
Run and eat, in varying proportion.
Vacation is eating like crazy and then running like mad to get rid of remorse..
I don’t vacation, but if I’d get the opportunity to do so, it’d be cycling. :)
Holidays usually involve bikes somewhere, either touring holidays, or hire some where ever we are, gotta love biking in different parts of the world
When I’m on vacation I don’t typically let up on my running, because it’s easy to bring my gear and find a route. Swimming is hit or miss. Biking depends on where we’re going and if it’s by car. Bon-bons are a must either way.
On vacation, I’ll typically squeeze in running and swimming. At Zion National Park recently, did canyoneering and various hikes instead.
DCR – thanks for all the work you do to bring us these reviews. You’re my go-to source for training tech! My vacations are usually mtbiking destination trips, so my home training prepares me so I can thoroughly enjoy the trips. Thanks again!!
Always try to do everything I can, but definitely runs get done since it’s so easy. Bike not so much.
Hah, travelling usually means trying to contain 3 boys under 10 somewhere – so most working out involves keeping up with them.
So not a whole lot of actual training, outside of occasional hikes to try and run them down…
Normally can’t get away from ice cream, particularly when with kids. This year maybe we’ll press in though..:)
Cut back on scheduled/planned training, but enjoy active vacationing (hiking/biking/snorkeling, etc) and spontaneous runs where I let myself get lost in new cities.
Travelling means opportunity to run new routes!
I squeeze in whatever I can!
I love running on vacation, seeing new things and different parts of cities that you wouldnt usually see. Same with biking, but it always a little harder to take the bike.
When I’m on holiday, I do no training whatsoever.
I like to run as it allows me to explore new locations in a personal manner.
Trying to stick to my training schedule – never works though :) So I adapt and try to get a few longer runs in.
Running is the easiest for racing and training on vacation. I just ran a half marathon PR this morning while on vacation with my family. My wife ran a 5k last night and my kids will do the fun run later today.
I typically go hiking and rarely run during holidays.
I do on my vacations my long runs due to less time on working days!
I train my mouth to chew faster… Why yes, make that a full rack of ribs with fries, side of gravy, and a beer!
To me, it’s an all out break mentally and physically. Like everyone else, I’m sure we all work our butts off training and exercising the other 51 weeks of the year :)
When on the road for work or for vacation I try to incorporate what is unique about the area into my training. For instance a recent trip to Big Bend NP yielded an excellent opportunity for elevation and altitude training. I find travel as an excellent way to training enjoyable and a way to stay out of a rut.
I train even harder!
Running is the easiest to make work. Now I am thinking of places to take my bike.
I always bring running and swimming gear, but excuses seem to crop up more while traveling.
Swim, bike, run and have fun with friends and family..!
Ideal travel exercise; 3 mile run near the beach, followed by a 5-10 miles bike ride.
If I’m on a vacation, i would love to trek a local trail or hike up a mountain to take in the scenery.
Riding my Mountain Bike every day I can!
Run. Eat. Eat. Eat. Run…
Train hard before, eating ice cream and chocolate bonbons, train hard after!
Running and biking early in the morning
on vacation i do most of my racing – be it running or biking. This sunday i run a marathon:)
Run, run, hike, run, bike, climb, hike & bike, run, climb, hike
Most of the time Running, but if possible sometimes Biking and hiking.
Token run or two to make me feel better about all the “carb loading” :)
Holidays are just an excuse to skip work and go training instead. Everyday is long training day, youhou
Swimming, running and ice-cream training.
When I go on vacation the chocolate ice cream comes out
Vacation runs are for me, a more relaxed run. After all, that’s what vacations are for, right?
Usually running orienteering events. Sometimes do bike trips.
Vacation is a time when work schedules don’t my interfere with fun and exercise/training. It’s great! Little run, fun swim and some spinning if available.
The morning run is the standard when on vacation. Swimming in open water comes in second and biking usually gets done on spinning bikes :(. In combination with kitesurfing and lots of sleep usually causes me to return fit ready to pick up regular training.
Activity depends on the vacation location. In Europe I always cycle. In the Caribbean I always run during my vacation.
In most cases i spend holidays in the places with interesting and challenging routes for road cycling
Since I started to run 2.5 years ago I plan my vacations based on the marathons, half marathons and other races I found on the cities and countries I plan to visit. My best travel souvenir now is a medal: small, full of anecdotes, easy to carry on airplanes, etc. During the race you see the locals and their city and share their enthusiasm and culture. After the race your appreciation for their food and local ingredients increase exponentially. I’m sorry I started to run so late in life and I do’t have time to run in the +130 countries already visited. But let’s not loose time, let’s travel and run some more!
I like running in new places.
Vacation is always more training for me. Great way to shift my mind into vacation mode, simply get out running!
Running (just did a stunning run in amazing CA wine country) is the easiest to pack for, so that’s my go to. During the winter months, I try to do some functional strength at least once a week, being a bit creative and you don’t even need to find a gym, the hotel room works just fine.
Or if time allows, renting a bike is a great way to get some training in yet see the country side.
I like to wake up before the family and mix up light work outs run 3 miles or light pool swimming since it is vacation.
On vacation i will try to squeeze in a few runs.
I go sailing if I can and running when I can’t :) Apart from that – playing with the kids is an endurance sport in it self.
Vacation time means more time for training and/or racing! Worst I’ve done is running uphill after a full day of skiing…rough ;-)
Treadmill training : 3x mile intervals day after day until the legs give out. When I’m seriously on vacation, I can’t avoid taking multi-day breaks from working out, so that can be a while. Plus, minimal equipment necessary, and the hotel nearly always supplies the treadmill.
I don’t train for serious performance/competition, I train so that when I do go on vacation and/or travel for work, I can eat like a pig. But I only travel about 10 times a year for short spurts.