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Exercising and staying fit while traveling, especially during long flights, can be challenging. However, with a little creativity and determination, it's possible to maintain your fitness routine even while confined to an airplane.

Staying active during a flight offers more than just the physical benefits; it can also help alleviate the common discomforts of air travel, such as fatigue, stiff muscles, and swelling.

Whether you're embarking on a cross-country flight or a long-haul international journey, incorporating simple exercises into your travel routine can help you arrive at your destination feeling energized and refreshed.

Airplanes, with their limited space and constraints, might not seem like the ideal environment for physical activity, but there are several techniques that can help you stay active and promote circulation during the flight.

"Exercising on an airplane can help prevent stiffness, improve circulation, and reduce discomfort during long flights," says Sarah Pelc Graca, a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT).

Here are some tricks and simple movements Graca recommends for the plane.

By making fitness a priority during your flight, you're not only boosting your physical health but also ensuring that you're in the best possible condition when you arrive at your destination.

Whether you're heading to a business meeting, vacation, or family event, staying fit on the plane can help you start your trip off on the right foot. So next time you're in the air, don't forget to squeeze in a few stretches and moves -- your body (and mind) will thank you for it!