Five Sports You Can Do While On a Business Trip
Traveling on a business trip can take you to some weird and wonderful places around the world. A business trip, however, is not a holiday. While you can still see all the sights and sounds, you might be feeling mentally exhausted from your business meetings.
In that case, why not rather explore some physical activities available in the vicinity? Sports can be a great way for you to truly explore a destination while giving your mind a chance to rest during after your business meetings. Here are five sports you can do whilst on a business trip.
Kitesurfing
Kitesurfing may look like a difficult sport to attempt, but it is actually one of the easiest water sports to learn. With the right instructor and equipment, the learning curve is very fast. There are a myriad of training institutes with lessons and will have you comfortable with basic techniques and equipment within hours.
Once equipped, you’ll be gliding across the water, taking in the sunshine. Kitesurfing can help you explore the coastline of your business trip location, with a unique view of the water.
Thanks to the short learning curve, you’ll be able to take it up again on your next business trip.
Hiking
If you’re not into watersports or are landlocked, hiking is an age-old activity that will help clear the mind and refresh you before the next meeting. Research your destination to find the best hiking routes. Consider joining a Solo Travellers Group for added company or safety.
If you’re more athletic you could consider trail running the hiking routes. This is great exercise and will allow you to experience the unique and beautiful landscapes of your destination.
Orienteering
If hiking isn’t challenging enough for you, then orienteering might be a great business trip sport to do. As the name suggests, it involves orienting yourself and moving through terrain at pace. You will be able to make use of a topographic map and a compass to navigate from point to point. If you have a competitive streak, you can compete to complete the course in the quickest time.
There are orienteering bodies in over 30 countries worldwide. While some courses are in forests, others are in urban areas. It’s a great way to explore a location while at the same time keeping your mind focused on the task at hand.
Skiing
If your business trip places you in an icier terrain, perhaps it’s time to pick up the skis? The basics of skiing can be learnt within a day. In terms of fitness, skiing can be demanding on your legs. If you enjoy cycling, this won’t be as much of an issue.
Skiing is a great way to get into snowsports. It can add an extra dimension to a business trip in the middle of an icy winter. It might even draw you back to the destination for an actual holiday.
If you are interested in something a little more extreme, snowboarding can also be learnt in a day or two. Snow Skool has a great article to help you decide on whether skiing or snowboarding is best for you.
Petanque
If the thought of extreme sports is causing more stress than the upcoming business meetings, then perhaps a more cultural sport is better suited to you. Petanque falls in the category of boules sports. You’ll find the sport played in village squares, usually with elderly players smoking cigarettes.
Petanque is played in most countries around the world and is very easy to learn. It is played outdoors and can be a great way to slow down and take in the location around you. While it is traditionally associated with elderly French men, it is increasingly being played by all ages and sexes.
The Sporting Edge
Business trips can be frustrating if you aren’t able to appreciate the destination properly. Oftentimes we immediately seek out the tourist attractions, but mentally we might be too drained to really take them in. Finding sports in the area will help you refresh your mind while taking in the location you’ve traveled to. And who knows – it might just give you the competitive edge you need for the upcoming meetings.