How to Stretch Your Legs on a Flight
Air travel is a convenient form of transportation that allows passengers great flexibility. You can fly across the country in mere hours and connect to locations most anywhere in the world. However, depending on your flight time and any delays you encounter, you may find your legs cramped or restless throughout a long flight. Learn how to stretch your legs on a flight, be it three hours or 13 in duration.
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Instructions
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Book a seat designed with more space for your legs. If you can't afford first class, some airlines provide seats with extra legroom for a small charge.
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Keep your legs firmly planted on the ground. Every once in awhile, rub your ankles, calves and thighs. The goal is to increase circulation, improving your comfort level.
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Get up and walk to the restroom. Do it more than once. If you have an aisle seat, this is especially convenient, as you don't have to step around two other people every time you leave your seat.
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When you're in the restroom, stand and touch your toes, keeping your knees straight. Then rotate your legs, allowing blood to flow throughout your limbs.
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Look for a row of empty seats and ask the flight attendant if they are vacant. If they are, stretch out and take a nap, allowing your legs to recline.
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Tips & Warnings
Walk up and down the aisle a few times. To stretch your legs, you have to keep their circulation going.
Avoid crossing your legs or keeping your legs in one position throughout an entire flight.
