Tips To Enjoy The Flight

Whether on a short or long-haul journey, flying can be a pleasant experience if you are well-prepared. Here are some steps to ensure you have a safe, smooth and comfortable flight:

SHOULDER LIFTS
Gently lift your right shoulder and lower the left one simultaneously. Repeat the movement five times by alternating both shoulders.

KNEE LIFTS

Lift knee up toward your chest and hold the position for 10 seconds. Gently lower knee and repeat with the other leg. Repeat the exercise as desired.

FOOT PUMPS
Keeping both heels on the floor, point feet upwards as high as you can. Return feet to earlier position.Then, lift heels while keeping the balls of your feet on the floor.Repeat the exercise as desired.

BEAT THE LAG
To counter the effects of jetlag, get as much sleep as possible when flying west to east. When flying in the reverse direction, try and stay awake as much as you can.

PREVENT DEHIDRATION
Keep yourself hydrated during your flight. Airplane cabins are extremely dry and dehydration can occur easily. Drink lots of water and continue drinking water once you reach your destination. Try to minimise consumption of alcohol or caffeine onboard; both are diuretics, which can further dehydrate.

POPPING EARS
Changes in air pressure or altitude cause our ears to ‘pop’ and  sometimes ache during take-offs and landings. For a comfortable flying experience, suck on sweets or mimic the act of chewing and swallowing
if you do not have any with you. This will relieve the discomfort and help stabilise the pressure in the ear canals. Pacifiers will work just as well for toddlers and, if you have a cold, use a nasal decongestant to clear your nasal passage and alleviate the ache.

 

BE AWARE OF DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS
DVT can occur when a blood clot forms in the large veins of the legs or arms, partially or completely blocking blood circulation. Sitting still and moving very little during long flights may lead to the occurrence of DVT.If youare flying long-distance, ensure you perform in-flight exercises such as those listed here as a precaution against developing DVT. When possible and permissible, stretch your legs and walk along the aisle. Be aware of early symptoms such as pain or swelling in the legs, which can happen even after you disembark. Seek medical treatment immediately if this occurs

Tips from 3Sixty Magazine, June 2012

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Tips For Beating Jet Lag

Jet lag might just be the worst side effect of travel. You’ll be overcome with sleep or fatigue during an  exciting tour but end up wide awake in the middle of the night! Keep jet lag at bay with these effective tips:


STAY AWAKE  No matter how much you want to, resist  sleep until night falls at your holiday destination. If you  think you might doze off while standing up due to lack of sleep, take a short nap lasting not more than an hour. Waiting until nighttime to get some rest will help you acclimatise to the new time zone a lot quicker.


SMART ON THE FLIGHT  It’s tempting to go crazy on the fl ight with excessive consumption of alcoholic drinks or, stay awake for hours watching in-fl ight movies. But, avoid these ‘fun’ activities if you want to have a good time on the ground. The more you take care of yourself in the air – by getting plenty of rest and drinking lots of water – the lesser the effects of jet lag when you land.

LET THERE BE LIGHT  Natural light is your best friend when it comes to adapting to a new time zone. The
cycle of light and dark has a huge impact on your body’s internal clock, so use it to your advantage when you’re holidaying. Try to get as much exposure to daylight as you possibly can at your destination by going out in the sunlight instead of staying indoors.

Have a nic Holiday!


Tips From Travel 3Sixty Magazine, Photo by Babstips @ Flickr

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