We’re all trying to lose that holiday weight – you know, from the extra Christmas mashed potatoes, that scoop of ice cream on the scrumptious pumpkin pie, and the second helping of fruitcake. Or maybe from that awesome round-the-world New Year’s Eve double-airport celebration. But it’s such a busy time of year, and with business travel ramping up, it’s hard to eat healthy and workout while traveling. That’s why we’ve rolled up the best airport fitness facilities, so that you can have your travel, and workout too!

While many of these best airport fitness opportunities are located outside the United States, even domestic airports are beginning to get with the program. Especially when passengers vote with their wallet, and actually pay to access gyms and fitness options while on a layover. Incidentally, there’s even a website to help you find the best airport fitness spots wherever you are traveling – check out AirportGyms.com. We also feature this content in the tripchi mobile app and website.

Here’s a few of the best airport fitness facilities for you to visit next time you’re killing time at the airport. This is one #layovertip you will definitely feel good about.

1. Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) – best airport fitness overall. It’s all fun and games at HKG. Workout without even realizing you are, by taking advantage of one of the airport’s simulated games (soccer, skiiing, basketball, boxing, and more) in the i-Sports area.

   

   Or, get a round of golf in on the 9-hole golf course – SkyCity Nine Eagle Golf Course is located near Terminal 2. We’ve ranked HKG at the very top of our impressive best airport fitness list simply because you’ve have fun while you’re working out! If you want the traditional treadmill-weights-elliptical fare, there a convenient airport hotel only a 5 minute free shuttle ride away at the Regal Hotel – great for a 6 hour or more longish-style layover.

2. Zurich Airport (ZRH) – a fitness center that just happens to have an airport attached. This Swiss-style fitness center offered by ZRH (which we flew through last year) is just one of the reason it made the list of of best airport fitness facilities. It’s located in the basement floor of the Radisson Blu Hotel, located just across the street from the ZRH main terminal via a covered walkway. its range of pools, steam baths and fitness equipment.

   

   This top 5 best airport fitness club sports amenities including a 2,000-square-meter fitness area, group classes, personal trainers, Turkish baths and a sleeping room with waterbeds. Passes start at 39 Swiss Francs ($43) for a two-hour access and a towel. Even the architecture gets you in the traveling spirit – the massage and treatment room is shaped like an airplane cockpit! Again, you’ll need a longer layover (6 hours or more) since you’ll have to exit airport security, but it’s well worth it. Remember, the Swiss are known for their efficiency so getting back through security won’t be too grueling!

3. Chicago O’Hare (ORD) offers the best airport fitness in the US. Visit the airport Hilton Hotel, which is attached to Terminal 2 and accessible via a direct walkway, to get your airport gym on. This airport fitness facility offers a $15 day pass that includes use of the weight room, an indoor pool, treadmills/ellipticals/stair climbers/bikes/etc., and the sauna and steam room. The hours of this top 5 best airport fitness spot are quite generous – from 4:30AM to 11PM most days of the week.

   

4. Dubai International Airport (DXB) has gym and sport. There’s lots of things to like about DXB, which is why we feature it in the tripchi airport mobile app. Conveniently located at the Dubai International Airport Hotel – with several locations INSIDE the airport – you can visit one of the best airport fitness facilities around for a gym visit and a hot shower. This health club includes a gym, private shower rooms with towels, toiletries, and hair dryers, plus men’s and women’s steam rooms, saunas, Jacuzzis, and a co-ed pool. Visit the gym for $13 per hour, or combine the wet areas and the gym for $36. The icing on the cake is that this top 5 best airport fitness facility is open 24/7. We feature DXB in the tripchi airport app, and don’t forget to read more tips in Seth’s blog!

Do you have a best airport fitness spot you’d like to to submit to our list? Leave a comment on the blog or in the mobile website!