Road warriors need the confidence that comes from looking and feeling good. Unfortunately, long hours on the road combined with chilly winter weather can make it difficult to look and feel your best every day. Here are some ideas to help you stay healthy and look fresh while meeting with business partners and clients in the winter months.
 
Keep up a fitness routine. Pack a pair of sweat pants, a t-shirt and athletic shoes so you can use your hotel’s fitness center. If you like walking, head to the nearest mall in the evening to walk a mile or two in indoor comfort. Or, pack your favorite workout video for use in the privacy of your hotel room.

Bring along some medication. Carry some pain reliever and cold medication with you so you won’t have to run around searching for a pharmacy if you do come down with a sniffle.

Use hand sanitizer. Carry a small bottle of liquid hand sanitizer with you and use it frequently. (If you’re flying, remember to pack your three-ounce or less bottle of hand sanitizer in a clear, quart-size plastic bag with all other carry-on liquids and gels.)

Take care of your skin. Use a moisturizer every day on your face and hands to fight the drying effects of cold winter air. For female travelers, it’s a good idea to invest in a good-quality make-up corrector stick, too – it can do wonders to disguise under-eye circles or a red nose.

Drink water. Choose to drink plenty of water during flights, during meetings and with your meals to keep yourself, and your skin, well hydrated.

Get a good night’s sleep. If you need to, ask for a quieter room at your hotel including those far from the elevator and without an adjacent room door. Request an extra pillow, adjust the room temperature, bring an eye mask from home – basically, do whatever it takes to ensure that you’ll be comfortable and able to get a solid night of sleep each night that you’re on the road. Your travel agent should also be able to recommend hotels that cater specifically to business travelers.