If you are trying to lead a healthy lifestyle, a trip to New York, accessible by flights to the USA, or even direct routes to New York, might seem like a voyage into a cavern of indulgent temptations. Almost every second restaurant is a fast-food joint selling greasy fat-laden treats and it is easy to jump in a cab to wherever you need to go. It’s no wonder obesity is an epidemic in America!
Can you experience the culture of New York City without adding pounds to your waistline? Of course you can! There is a healthy side to this city and enjoying a bite of the Organic Big Apple is lots of fun and better for you as well. Here are a few ideas of healthy things that you can do on a day out in New York City:
Walk It Off
While you are in New York you will want to see all of the popular tourist sights of this great city, but why do that while sitting on a crowded tour bus when you could be burning calories on a walking tour? Taking a walking tour instead of a bus tour is a great way to get some exercise while you are sightseeing, and see New York up close. You will have a huge variety of walking tours to choose from, as there are dozens of tour companies offering them in downtown New York City.
You could take the New York City PhotoTrek Walking Tour which encompasses some of the most iconic landmarks of the city and includes photos of you in front of them. If you are interested in history you might enjoy the Revolutionary Era Historical Walking Tour from Patriot Tours. There is also a tour which takes you through the locations in Central Park where famous movie scenes have been shot, delivered by a company called “On Location”. Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a bottle of water!
Healthy Eats
After all of that exercise you will probably be hungry, but instead of gorging on fat and greasy New York street food why not check out some of the excellent healthy fare that this dynamic city has to offer? There are many deliciously healthy places to eat in New York City, such as the Organic Grill on First Avenue which uses locally grown produce to make its hearty and flavourful dishes. You could also do some grocery shopping at one of the many natural marketplaces in New York City such as Westerly Natural Market on 8th Avenue which offers only organic produce and meat which is free from antibiotics and hormones.
Relaxation
We all know that being stressed out is bad for your health, so why not take some time out of your holidays in New York City to treat yourself to some peaceful relaxation time? It might seem like strange to seek tranquility in this fast-paced city but there are many ways that you can find a moment of calm here in New York. You can participate in free meditative yoga classes at the Integral Yoga Institute in the Meatpacking District on Fridays at 5pm. If gazing upon beautiful works of art is what lowers your blood pressure, take a slow meander around the Museum of Modern Art, the Guggenheim, or the Metropolitan. There are also many spas in the city to choose from where you can treat yourself to a massage, such as the Exhale Spa in the Upper East Side or Dorit Baxter Spa in mid-town.
Enjoy your healthy day out in New York City!