Top 5 tips to deal with jet lag
Your bags are packed, you’ve said your goodbyes, and you’re heading off to study in Australia to start the next chapter of your life. The only thing standing in the way of you and your destination is a 15-hour flight and the dreadful jet lag that comes along with it. If you’ve ever travelled across multiple time zones, you’ll know this feeling all too well.
Not to worry! We’ve put together our top 5 tips for minimizing the effects of jet lag on your long-haul flight to Australia:
1. Head outside. Sunlight is one of the best ways to tackle jet lag head on because it will help your brain to reset your internal clock and adjust to your new time zone. Once you arrive, make sure to get outside and catch some rays.
2. Exercise. Okay, we know this may seem counterintuitive since you’re already exhausted, but your body will thank you for that post work-out energy boost. Hello, endorphins!
3. Resist the urge to fall asleep when you arrive. We can’t stress this one enough. If you make the mistake of closing your eyes for a “quick nap” at 4 p.m., you’ll find yourself waking up hours later at midnight, wide awake. This will interfere with your sleep schedule even further, so do your best to stay awake until local bedtime hours.
4. Set your watch to your destination time. Once you get on the plane, adjust your watch and phone time to match that of your destination. Over the next 15 hours, try to sleep and eat meals based on Australian time to get a head start on adapting to your new schedule.
5. Don’t drink alcohol on the plane. In fact, avoid it at all costs. It might seem like a great idea to celebrate the start of your trip with a glass of wine but be warned that it will amplify the effects of jet lag, leaving you feeling groggy and dehydrated. Instead, ensure you stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
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