The internal body clock tells you when it's time to sleep and when it's time to wake up. Long flight induced disruption of your Circadian Rhythms is called Jet Lag, and can include any or all of the following symptoms: dehydration, exhaustion, body aches, headache, indigestion, insomnia, lethargy.
Whether traveling for business or leisure, your body can feel and show the effects of many grueling hours of stress in the air. Your skin will feel dry and show the effects of altitude and dehydration. Believe me when I say "Attitude handles Altitude", to make travel bearable and even fun, try these tips for an energizing experience.
* Get a good night's sleep before you leave.
* Travel in looser, comfortable clothing, kick your shoes off and ease the pressure on your feet.
* Caffeine dehydrates the body, so go easy on the coffee and tea, and drink more water.
* Alcohol fragments sleep, so avoid more than 1-2 in-flight drinks.
* Try blow-up neck rests, pillows, and even blindfolds and ear plugs to help you get quality sleep while flying.
* Combat the drying effects of air-conditioning and low humidity on the skin by applying moisturizer and drinking plenty of water. See the pattern here; rest, hydrate, rest, hydrate, de-tox, de-stress and enjoy.
* After you arrive, reset your body's internal clock by spending time in the sun, and try gentle exercise to enhance sleep.
Health and wellness facilities are popping up where people need them most, so it's not surprising to see spas at Heathrow and JFK, right in the airport where smart passengers relax and prepare. Next time you are waiting at the airport, try a massage or facial, you just might reach your destination feeling ready to do what you went for.
About the Author
Jolene is a licensed barber, cosmetologist, and salon owner, specializing in men's grooming for over 20 years. Educating and researching with her clientele on the latest in hair and skin care, she developed her own line of men's products; "Face Tools" and "Tattoo ReNew". Jolene's latest endeavor is her ecommerce site, appearancesformen.com, featuring new product, trends, advice and Q&A articles.