I've been much better starting my day with at least 10 minutes of Yoga, and when I can, adding a bit more through the day. My back has felt better and I'm not as tight when I go to bed. I thought sitting three hours in a plane is going to do my body no favors. Surely there's things I can do to help keep limber.
Normally when I fly more than a 90 minute flight, I'll get up at least once to use the rest room. I don't care if I look bizarre, but I try and take wide, lunge like steps. In the tiny room, I try to bend my knees, then straighten a couple times. Usually this little action is at least enough to keep me from cramping up. But, I looked for more options while in the seat itself in the magic world of YouTube and Google.
Here's a few links I'll be checking out today and putting what feels doable into action. Incidentally, I had the option of picking an exit row, more leg room, but in good conscience couldn't declare myself fit to help all other passengers in an emergency.
3 Best leg stretches on a long flight
Here's Adrienne, whom I've used before as my virtual Yoga instructor, with a series of short moves and poses to help our bodies.
Wish me luck on my journey. I'm nervous, but mostly cautiously excited to travel again.
