If you're looking for a new and exciting way to expand and ramp-up your fitness regimen, sign up for a race, hike or walk for charity in another state or even country. A goal like this gives exercisers something to work toward, helping to drum up motivation when it's lacking, and intensify workouts when you're already there. And, what better way to reward yourself for months of training than a vacation? You'll combine two of the world's most effective stress-relievers (travel and exercise) into one trip.

Of course, ideally your commitment to the event should take precedent over practical concerns like lodging and transportation, but you'll want to get those things straightened out ahead of time so you can focus on what you came for. One way to secure economical accommodations wherever you travel is to buy timeshare. These vacation properties will allow you to secure lodgings anywhere in the world, and because they're shared by several owners, you'll save hundreds, even thousands on your long-term accommodation solution.

It's easy to travel with a timeshare. All you'll need to do is to ensure that the property you're interested in purchasing is affiliated with a vacation club (like Hilton or Marriott) that has timeshares where you'd like to travel; is affiliated with an exchange company (like RCI) that will allow you to trade your time at your home resort for time anywhere within their expansive network.

Buying timeshare is an excellent solution for athletes looking to travel, but for many it's still not budgetary possible. In this case, you can always rent to secure large accommodations anywhere in the world for a fraction of the cost of the other lodging options. That's because when you rent timeshare you'll be reaping the savings of the owner's reduced rates. When you're ready to buy timeshare, you'll want to begin your search on the resale market. Because of the ease and accessibility of the internet, up to 95% of timeshare resales occur there so, naturally, that's where you'll want to begin your search. Competition in this market will drive prices for resale timeshares even lower; and with resale you're already saving an average of 50% off the resort pricing. Do your self and your body a favor, take a fit-trip this year and every year.