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Performance Intelligence Podcast
Bite Size #154: Dr Tom Buckley - Why Flying Drains Your Energy (Even Without Time Zones) + How to Avoid It
Dec 29, 2024
Travel can leave you feeling drained, even without crossing time zones. Dr. Tom Buckley explains the body's reaction during flights and how it can lead to fatigue and stress. He shares insights on managing energy through routines and preparation. The effects of alcohol on travel fatigue are also discussed, emphasizing how drinking can worsen performance while flying. Personal stories highlight the importance of rethinking drinking habits at airports for a better journey.
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- Travel fatigue, stemming from stress and cramped conditions, can drain energy levels significantly even on short flights.
- Minimizing alcohol intake while traveling is crucial, as it exacerbates fatigue and impairs cognitive and physical performance.
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Understanding Travel Fatigue and Jet Lag
Travel fatigue and jet lag are two distinct phenomena that can significantly impact energy levels during travel, even without crossing time zones. Travel fatigue arises from the stress of changing routines, long layovers, and cramped conditions during flights, all of which contribute to feelings of exhaustion. For instance, traveling early in the morning for a day meeting in a different city can lead to physical and mental drain, leaving one feeling depleted the next day. While many might not associate their discomfort with jet lag if they aren't traveling far, travel fatigue can still affect anyone taking short or domestic flights.
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