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| − | + | Keeping yourself active during a long haul flight not only gives your body some much needed movement but also helps to lower your risk of blood clotting (also known as deep vein thrombosis (DVT)). The easy-to-follow routine outlined in this article will keep your body supple and refreshed; try to practice the routine every hour to an hour and a half on a long flight, if possible. | |
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*Keep well-hydrated during the flight. Ask for more [[Drink More Water Every Day|water]] if you need it. Try to avoid alcoholic drinks when flying, as these tend to dehydrate you quickly. | *Keep well-hydrated during the flight. Ask for more [[Drink More Water Every Day|water]] if you need it. Try to avoid alcoholic drinks when flying, as these tend to dehydrate you quickly. | ||
*Always be considerate of the people sitting next to you, in front of you, and behind you. [[Practice Airplane Etiquette|Practice airplane etiquette.]] Try not to disturb others, whether by bumping into their chair, obstructing their view of a movie, or invading their personal space. | *Always be considerate of the people sitting next to you, in front of you, and behind you. [[Practice Airplane Etiquette|Practice airplane etiquette.]] Try not to disturb others, whether by bumping into their chair, obstructing their view of a movie, or invading their personal space. | ||
| − | *It can be helpful to [[Print a Document| print]] off this | + | *It can be helpful to [[Print a Document| print]] off this article in small print to keep in your wallet or passport holder; that way, you can read through the exercises while traveling, until you can remember them for yourself. Or, keep a copy on your phone or laptop. |
*It's also a good idea to practice these exercises in the airport as well as on the plane: before, in-between, and after flights. Doing this is a good way to stretch sore and tired muscles. | *It's also a good idea to practice these exercises in the airport as well as on the plane: before, in-between, and after flights. Doing this is a good way to stretch sore and tired muscles. | ||
*If your seat does not allow you to exercise, then try to stand up periodically to walk up and down the aisle and use your legs. As noted, some of these exercises can be performed while you're standing up (as you're waiting for the restrooms to become available, for example), so you needn't feel limited by the space. | *If your seat does not allow you to exercise, then try to stand up periodically to walk up and down the aisle and use your legs. As noted, some of these exercises can be performed while you're standing up (as you're waiting for the restrooms to become available, for example), so you needn't feel limited by the space. | ||
