7 Airplane Exercises for Long Flights

Traveling is fun! It’s exciting to take a flight to see a new place or visit loved ones. If you’re taking a long trip by plane, train, or automobile, it’s important to move around frequently to increase circulation, particularly in your legs. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend moving around during flights of 4 hours or more.  CDC: What is Deep Vein Thrombosis

By request, we created a video on 7 Airplane Exercises for Long Flights that will increase blood circulation and release tension while you travel. They can also help prevent DVT or deep vein thrombosis (blood clots) that can be caused by sitting too long on a plane. These exercises can also be done on road trips in a car,  long train rides, or as a short warm up for a yes2next workout!

Here are the 7 exercises you can do on a plane, train, or automobile!

Toe and Heel Raises

Foot Circles

Gentle Marching

Bend & Straighten Legs

Curl Your Toes!

Head Tilts

Head Turns or Half Circles

Shoulder Rolls

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