Getting In Shape For Disney

If you are planning a trip to Disney, one thing you should do is plan to get in shape! To get the most out of your visit you will be walking most of the day for miles, often in extreme temperatures carrying a child or a heavy backpack. If you aren't used to doing a lot of walking, Disney can take a toll. You want to get your family in shape as early as possible. That means finding time in a busy schedule for some long family walks around the neighborhood. That’s right! Include the kids. Because when the kids wear out they stop having a good time, and pretty soon you’ll be “one of those parents” yelling “I paid a lot of money for this trip and you are going to be happy!” while the kid is dragged behind the parent exhausted.

I put on 35 pounds in the year leading up to our July 2013 trip. While that additional weight didn’t hold me back, it is difficult carrying extra weight in the heat and humidity of Florida. I was often exhausted at the end of the day, and toward the end of the trip I experienced a back injury.


I was determined to improve for our 2014 trip. Shortly after returning home from our 2013 trip, I started to diet and exercise. No gimmicks – just eat less and hit the treadmill. I have lost that 35 pounds and I am going after some more! Best of all, I feel great. I am ready to walk all day no matter how hot it gets.

There are many things to plan to assure you have a great time at Disney. Don’t forget to plan for the physical exertion.