How to keep your feet friendly during flights.

Sitting for hours in a cramped airplane chair is no ones favorite part of traveling. Not only are you much to close to the person besides you, your glutes and thighs get cramped and your feet get swollen and sore. There is no magical advice to keep the cramping away, although buns of steel exercised might help, but there are some simple ways to help keep the swelling and soreness away from your feet.

• Drink plenty of water. Keeping your whole body hydrated will decrease foot swelling. Try and stay away from salty foods and alcohol unless you are able to drink enough water to compensate.
• Walk around. You’ll need to use the bathroom after all that water and this is a good thing. Take this time to walk up and down the isles a bit to keep the blood in your body flowing. This will help prevent blood from building up in your feet.
• Wear big shoes. Wearing shoes that have enough room to let your feet to swell will help prevent them from becoming cramped and sore.
• Stay active. Do some seat stretches to keep your body active. Try wiggling your toes, rolling your ankles, and pointing/flexing your feet. This will help prevent tightness from building up in your lower body.

Keep these tips in mind the next time you’re in a plane to make for a more comfortable flight.
Safe Travels!!

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