As summer approaches, many of you are gearing up for travel season, ready to hit the roads or skies for your adventures. At RÖRE Method, we understand the importance of maintaining your health and well-being even while traveling. Makenzie, just home from a trip to Sweden, has put together some essential tips to help you stay on track during your summer travels. Here’s how you can keep your body and mind balanced while on the go.

What to Bring on a Long Flight

Healthy Snacks

Homemade Trail Mix: Prepare a simple and nutritious trail mix to keep you energized during your flight. Combine nuts, seeds, dried fruits, and a sprinkle of dark chocolate chips for a delicious and healthy snack.

Electrolyte Supplement

The air quality on planes is well-regulated, but the environment can be quite dry. Bringing an electrolyte supplement can help you stay hydrated and maintain your energy levels.

Seaweed Snacks

These act as natural detoxifiers and provide a crunchy, healthy alternative to traditional in-flight snacks.

Natural Spring Water

Opt for natural spring water, which contains natural electrolytes, to keep you hydrated throughout your journey.

Moisturizer and Lip Balm

Cabin air can be drying, so bring your favorite moisturizer and lip balm. Apply them before and during the flight to keep your skin and lips hydrated.

Travel-Sized Evian Spray Bottle

A mist of Evian spray can refresh your skin and keep you feeling revitalized during long flights.

Exercises for Flights

In Your Seat

Max Glute Contraction: Helps with blood flow. Do 10 reps of contracting your glutes as tightly as possible.
Heel Raises: Plant your feet on the floor and raise your heels. Repeat this exercise to improve circulation.
Hamstring Stretch: Push your heels into the seat in front of you to stretch your hamstrings.
Head Press: Push the back of your head into the headrest to relieve neck tension.

Moving Around

Walk: Get up and walk around the cabin when you can to prevent stiffness and improve circulation.
Back of the Plane Stretches:

Hip Flexor Stretch: In a lunge position, press your hip forward to stretch the hip flexors.
Quad Stretch: Pull your toes towards your glutes to stretch the quadriceps.
Pectoral Stretch: Place your hand behind a door or against a wall and press gently to stretch the chest muscles.

Additional Tips

Stay Hydrated

You can bring frozen drinks through TSA. By the time you’re ready to fly, they’ll have melted and be ready to drink.

Noise-Canceling Headphones and Eye Mask

These are essential for longer flights to help you rest and block out distractions.

Blue Light Blocking Glasses

Use yellow lenses during the day and red lenses at night to help regulate your circadian rhythm and reduce eye strain from screens.

Traveling doesn't have to disrupt your health and fitness routines. By incorporating these tips from RÖRE Method, you can ensure a more comfortable, balanced, and enjoyable journey. Safe travels and stay healthy!