11/07/2026
MORE EXERCISES FOR LONG JOURNEYS
These gentle exercises are easy to do in a small space while you travel, no equipment needed. They can help improve circulation and reduce the risk of blood clots. For all the exercises you should sit up straight with your feet in line with your hips.
Ankle rotations
One foot at a time, lift the foot a few inches from the floor and rotate. 10 repeats.
Knee lifts
Lift each knee in turn towards the chest, holding in with both hands. Hold for 10 seconds, 10 repeats.
Shoulder rolls
Roll both shoulders back 10 times.
Hip walking
Lift each hip in turn to raise the bottom from the chair and ‘walk’ forwards and then backwards, moving the feet as you go.
Contracting the stomach muscles
Sit up straight and pull in your stomach muscles then relax. Repeat 10 times.
