Ah, the great British summer holiday. A time for relaxation, a dip in the pool, and, if youโre like many, the chance to flex your sprinting muscles in the early morning sunbed race.
Yes, you heard that right. The annual sun lounger dash is back in full swing, and this year, Asda Travel Insurance has teamed up with fitness influencer Tom Trotter (@tomtrottercoaching) to bring you the ultimate Holiday Workout Planโdesigned to make sure youโre not left standing in the dust while everyone else is lounging poolside.
The “Sunbed Sprint Exercise Routine”
As the holiday season kicks off, and the quest for the perfect sun lounger begins, Tom Trotter has devised a workout routine thatโs as simple as it is effective.
Itโs called the “Sunbed Sprint Exercise Routine,” and itโs made up of four easy-to-master moves: sprawl, star jumps, press-ups, and high knees.
These exercises are tailored to get you in peak condition for the challenges that await you in the sunbed battlefield.
This pre-holiday workout plan wasnโt just thrown together willy-nilly; it was born from the findings of Asda Travel Insuranceโs research into the sun lounger struggles of Britons.
According to their survey, nearly 30% of Brits have missed out on securing a sunbed simply because they werenโt quick enough off the mark.
And it doesnโt stop thereโ20% of holidaymakers have even had to change their dayโs plans after failing to snag a lounger, while a quarter of them have found themselves in heated arguments with fellow sun-seekers over the last available bed.
Astonishingly, 70% admitted that these disputes have soured other parts of their holiday.
Prepping for the Lounger Dash
So, how does one prepare for such a high-stakes race? Well, it seems Brits are taking matters into their own hands.
Asdaโs research revealed that 39% of us are planning to exercise more before our holidays, 36% are aiming to get stronger, and 31% are focusing on becoming more agileโall in the name of sunbed supremacy.
But if youโre thinking of taking shortcuts, be warned: 19% of respondents said theyโd consider slipping a staff member some cash to reserve a bed for them, while 17% would send a child or an elderly relative to secure a spot, hoping for the sympathy vote. Desperate times, indeed!
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Sunbed Hotspots and Hidden Gems
For those looking to avoid the stress of a sunbed sprint altogether, Asda Money has identified the most competitive spots in the UKโs favourite holiday destination, Spain. Mallorca, Tenerife, and Barcelona top the list of sunbed battlegrounds.
But donโt despair! Asda has also compiled a list of the top 10 destinations where you can relax without the need to sprint at dawn.
Tom Trotter’s Challenge
Tom Trotter himself summed it up best: โYou snooze, you lose. And thatโs certainly the case when it comes to reserving a coveted holiday sunbed.
This summer, Asda Money has put me in charge of helping you up your holiday sunbed snagging game, so youโre sure to win each and every sunbed race you enter.
Iโve created a super simple exercise routine that takes up only ten minutes of your time and is designed to beat any challenges when hunting for a lounger.โ
Neil Foster, Head of Asda Money, chimed in with his take on the sunbed race: โThe great holiday sun lounger race is more than just a holiday quirk; itโs a competitive sport.
Yet we know how important it is for our customers to enjoy a stress-free holiday. Working with Tom Trotter, our pre-holiday workout has been designed to give them everything they need to help secure the best spot by the pool to ensure they can relax and unwind from the moment they arrive.โ
The Perfect Lounger Accessories
And letโs not forget the all-important towelโyour flag in the great sunbed conquest. George at Asda has got you covered, offering a special deal on beach towels.
From August 8th to August 14th, you can grab one of their stylish towels for just ยฃ3.50, down from ยฃ7.00, and even earn 50p in Asda Rewards when you scan the app.
Choose from designs featuring stripes, shells, or crabs to make sure you mark your territory in style.
Whether youโre gearing up for the lounger dash or looking to chill out in a stress-free spot, Asda Money has everything you need to ensure your holiday is as relaxing as possible.
So, lace up those trainers, grab your towel, and get ready to conquer the sunbed sprint with Tom Trotterโs ultimate holiday workout plan!
For more details and to check out Tomโs full exercise routine, visit www.money.asda.com/travel.