NETJETS US VOLUME 10 2019

essentials
FLYING HIGH, FEELING GOOD
Wellness educator, author, and speaker Lauren Roxburgh on how to cope
with the stresses and strains of frequent air travel.
you feel full and stabilize your blood
sugar, giving your brain fuel to stay
on point. Also, fiber-full dehydrated
veggies are a good option to keep
your skin fresh and vibrant, maintain
a strong immune system, and provide
you with the fuel to be functional and
full of energy. Dry-roasted chickpeas
are a healthy fiber-full snack, too. An
avocado travels well and provides
heart-healthy, filling monounsaturated
fat and fiber. Slice it in half and eat
the flesh out of the skin with a spoon
or spread it on some gluten-free, superseed
crackers. Plus, of course, stay
extra hydrated with filtered water and
herbal teas, and avoid excess alcohol.
As travelers, we all know the jet-set
life can be stressful and takes a
toll on both body and mind. Jet lag,
exhaustion, dehydration, dry skin, and
stiff backs and necks, not to mention
coughs, colds, and headaches, are
all common and unwanted side
effects. But it doesn’t have to be this
way. As a frequent flier myself, I’ve
spent years figuring out how to reduce
or eliminate the stress from travel, and
I’ve come up with some key tips that
I share with many of my clients.
PREPARE
Get lots of rest the night before the
flight, eat a fiber-rich meal such as a
lentil soup before you leave, and fit
in some exercise the day before.
Always allow plenty of time, and leave
earlier than you think you need to—
travel-related stress is often brought
on through poor time management.
EQUIP
Use a good rolling suitcase, crossbody
purse, or backpack. When picking
up bags, bend at the knees or squat
down instead of hinging from
your lower back. Wear comfortable,
breathable clothes and supportive
shoes when flying. No heels, please—
the plane is on the runway, not you!
MOVE
The dangers of not moving during
long-haul flights are increasingly well
documented and can cause circulation
problems, cramps, tension, and
a sluggish lymphatic system. So,
standing regularly, stretching, and
doing some simple moves like seated
twists, ankle rolls, and neck stretches
every hour or two will help keep
circulation moving. You can even grab
our Roller or Infinity Roller and do the
“Deep Shoulder Blade Massage”
move right before and after your flight.
NOURISH
Make sure you have a supply of
healthy, fresh snacks: raw and activated
almonds, and almond butter and
coconut manna squeeze packs help
GROUND
Once you arrive, it’s time to get
“grounded” in more ways than one.
Go for a walk for fresh air and to get
your system moving again after sitting
for long periods. “Earthing” is
something that benefits our health and
is so simple. Try going barefoot in
the grass in a nearby park or in your
backyard. I know it sounds “kooky”
but research shows that going barefoot
has the ability to calm and center you,
reduce tension, inflammation, and
depression, plus it can even help you
sleep better, decrease stress, speed
up healing, and increase immunity.
One study even suggested that earthing
eliminates the potentially harmful effects
of the electromagnetic fields given off
by electronic devices that surround us—
so think of it as a mini “digital detox.”
Lastly, before bed, take a hot bath
to detox and unwind your body and
mind. Before you jump in the bath, a
great tip to flush out toxins you picked
up during your travels is dry brushing.
The action of dry brushing helps
detoxify, increase circulation, and
generate lymph flow while stimulating
your system to feel invigorated
afterward. laurenroxburgh.com
HANNAH CHOI
20 NetJets