Do you dream of travel and adventure, but the thought of going out-of-town, even for a short weekend, feels defeating — and almost sends you into a flare just thinking about it? Traveling with fibromyalgia can be challenging! These tips from Tami will show you how you can take that summer vacation, visit distant family, or even holiday in Spain, without all of the pain and overwhelm.

Key Points

• The healthier you can start off at the beginning of your trip, the better off you'll be at the end, when you've used up a lot of extra energy
• Don't be afraid (or ashamed) to ask for help when you need it.
• Know when and where it is smarter NOT to save money when you travel.
• How to save weight, wear and tear on your body while you travel.
• When packing light is NOT a good idea.
• Plan to use facilities and amenities that can help your body feel better.

 

Links & Resources

• FibromyalgiaPodcast.com is the digital companion to this audio magazine, where you can find full show notes, links to the studies referenced in this episode, submit your questions for Tami Stackelhouse, and schedule a free consultation with a Fibromyalgia Coach.
• Get a free copy of Tami’s book, Take Back Your Life: Find Hope and Freedom From Fibromyalgia Symptoms and Pain at FibromyalgiaPodcast.com/books.
• Evernote:  try a free month of Evernote Premium using this affiliate link
• TSA Pre✓
• Global Entry
• Oska and Quell devices
• Travel vacuum bags
• PillSuite
• Small travel bottles
• Blog Post: “Accepting Assistance” by Melissa Swanson of Fibro Warriors ~ Living Life, as published on ProHealth.com
• Blog Post: “Seven Keys To Savy Traveling With Fibromyalgia”