EP. 69 · SEP 8, 2026 · Fitness
69 | How to Stay Fit as a Digital Nomad – Even When Your Routine Falls Apart
What happens to your fitness routine when your gym, kitchen, schedule, and time zone keep changing? In Episode 69 of the Nomad Summit Podcast, we talk with Riley Schinella, founder of Digital Nomad Fitness, about staying healthy when life on the road is anything but predictable.
Riley Schinella
Founder of Digital Nomad Fitness
69 | How to Stay Fit as a Digital Nomad – Even When Your Routine Falls Apart
Show Notes
What happens to your fitness routine when your gym, kitchen, schedule, and time zone keep changing?
In Episode 69 of the Nomad Summit Podcast, we talk with Riley Schinella, founder of Digital Nomad Fitness, about staying healthy when life on the road is anything but predictable.
Riley shares how she went from a corporate job and personal training in New York City to traveling the world while building a location-independent fitness business. She explains why traditional fitness routines often fall apart for digital nomads, and why consistency matters far more than perfection.
We also explore her five pillars for staying fit while traveling, how to handle chaotic travel days, the role of mindset, and why missing one workout does not mean you have failed.
Key Takeaways
- Why an 80% consistent routine can beat a perfect routine that only lasts a month
- Riley's five pillars for staying fit while traveling
- How to exercise without access to a gym
- Why protein, sleep, hydration, movement, and strength training all matter
- How to enjoy local food without abandoning your health goals
- Why mental barriers can be more damaging than physical obstacles
- How to adapt your fitness routine when your environment keeps changing
- Why starting with one small step is often the best strategy
Relevant Links
- Riley Schinella – Digital Nomad Fitness: https://digitalnomadfitness.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/digitalnomadfit/
- Riley's podcast: Search for "Digital Nomad Fitness" on Spotify and Apple Podcasts
- Nomad Summit: https://nomadsummit.com
- Episode produced by RadioGuru: https://radioguru.co.uk
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