A simple pre-flight movement routine can help you move your ankles, hips, spine, and shoulders before prolonged sitting while activating many of the muscles you’ll rely on when you arrive. And movement becomes particularly relevant during long-distance travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) notes that trips lasting more than four hours can increase the risk of blood clots for some travelers and recommends moving the legs frequently, exercising the calf muscles, and periodically getting up to stretch the legs during long trips1.Here are seven simple exercises to consider before a long flight, particularly if you’re an active adult over 50 preparing for a walking-heavy vacation.