Thinking about catching the next flight and exploring a new destination can be exciting and thrilling. With an itinerary packed with activities and delicious food, the fun only gets bigger. However, as appealing as it sounds, catching a flight isn’t always that easy for everyone.
While some people enjoy the adrenaline rush of taking off, others have a genuine fear of flying. The anxiety of getting on a plane can ruin the excitement, especially if you’re traveling with a companion.
To help manage stress at the airport and during takeoff, we’ve put together some fun yoga poses for anxious travelers that will relieve tension and help you feel rejuvenated.
These yoga poses can be performed at the airport or during the flight and do not take up much space, unlike other poses.
Traditional upward salute and lateral bend.
The traditional upward bow pose can be performed anywhere without any basic training equipment. Simply put your feet together with your arms at your sides. Raise both hands in the air and grab your left wrist with your right hand. Do side bends and hold the position for 5 to 10 breaths. It stretches the sides of the body, spine, armpits, abdomen, and shoulders. This upward bow yoga pose releases any tension in the body and wakes it up.
Garland Pose
The seated yoga position, more commonly known as Malasaña The yoga squat or squat may be nearly impossible to perform in your seat, however, you can take a short bathroom break and assist by holding the technique for 5 to 10 breaths.
The Malasana squat releases tension in the ankles, calves, thighs and hamstrings. It also opens the hips by stretching the muscles. It improves digestion, but most importantly, it strengthens the posture for long-haul flights.Eagle weapons
Airplanes don’t have enough room to stretch out your arms and move around freely. And if you’re wondering how to relieve neck tension and stretch your shoulders during the flight, this yoga position called eagle arms might come in handy during times like this.
Extend your arms in front of you with your palms facing up. Now, place your right elbow under your left arm, allowing the backs of your hands to touch. To feel the stretch in your shoulder blades, lower your elbows to chin level.
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