The Power of Movement—Even at 30,000 Feet
I absolutely LOVE to travel! Whether I’m hopping on a cross-country flight or heading somewhere tropical, long travel days can take a toll on your body and energy levels.
Here’s one of my favorite travel hacks:
Pack a couple of mini workout bands (you can grab them for around $7 on Amazon) and toss them in your carry-on.
Yes, I’m that person doing little resistance band exercises on the airplane. Do I get a few funny looks? You bet. But as long as I’m not bothering anyone, I’m totally okay with it. A few minutes of movement mid-flight makes such a difference. My body feels less stiff, my energy stays up, and it even helps fight off that sluggish, bloated feeling from sitting too long. When I’m waiting to board or killing time during a layover, I’ll sneak in a few slow-burn moves or even crank out 100 squats right there by the gate.
Here’s the Truth:
Movement IS medicine.
Your mitochondria and metabolism thrive on small, consistent bursts of muscle contraction. These mini moments of movement can:
Improve circulation and oxygen flow
Boost energy naturally
Support metabolic health
Reduce inflammation and stiffness
Improve mood and focus (even when you’re stuck in seat 17B)
You never know…your little in-flight routine might even inspire someone else to move more, too.
If you want to understand why movement matters so much (and how to use it to improve your energy, metabolism, and overall health), tune into my latest podcast episode with Robbie Harmon, President of @ampelis.life.
Listen here: The Power of Movement: Activating Your Body’s Metabolic Systems
We talk about how even simple, everyday movement can activate your body’s natural healing and energy systems, NO gym required. So the next time you travel, remember- You don’t need a full workout, just a few minutes of intentional movement to remind your body it’s alive and thriving.
Don’t forget. Movement is medicine. And your body will thank you for it, even 30,000 feet in the air.
I’d love to personally invite you to join me for my Nutrition Workshop!
Together, we’ll explore the systems and small shifts that create lasting change—so you can finally feel more energy, balance, and confidence in your body and mind.
You’ll walk away not just knowing what to do, but why it matters and how to make it stick for real life.
Come learn, grow, and get inspired with me!
Join my next Nutrition Workshop here: https://www.ampelis.org/workshops
Your health journey should feel empowering—not overwhelming. Your body responds to what you do most often, not what you do perfectly. If you’re ready to support your metabolism, energy, and health in ways that actually last, follow me on Instagram here for daily reminders that movement truly is medicine.
