Flying
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Notes on being in an 🛩.
Stay cool
Wear layers
Bring, wear fuzzy socks
Avoid blue light
Sleeping mask (ideally cool/breathable)
Pink noise
Maybe try Bose headphones for noise cancellation?
or earplugs
Don't cross legs
Keep area for feet free, so you can stretch
keep both legs straight, with slight bend in knees
Recline 40 degrees
Use arm rests
Takes pressure off back, which commonly prevents sleep
Lumbar support
Use pillow or clothes for lumbar support
Natural S-curve of spine
Neck pillow that supports the chin
Meditate
Window seat can help
Something to lean against
People not waking you up to crawl over you
Alcohol hurts
More awakenings, worse sleep quality, less deep sleep
Avoid the last row (might not recline)
Pick a flight that matches sleep cycles best
No caffeine
Unfortunately, alcohol isn’t the answer for airplane sleep. While it can initially lull you into slumber, studies show that alcohol can lead to more awakenings, worse sleep quality, and less deep sleep. Plus, you will wake up feeling dehydrated and groggy, amplifying the dreaded jet lag. ()
Experts also recommend drinking 8 ounces of water for each hour you’re in the air to combat the dry air. ()
A study in the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research found that resistance training in particular that decrease times woken up after initially falling asleep. ()
If it’s a long flight, consider setting a watch or cell phone alarm for 45 minutes before you have to land. That gives you time to go to the restroom, gather your gear, tie your shoes, watch the approach to your destination, drink a cup of coffee, and walk off the plane fully awake. ()
(idea is that it's better for stomach sleepers)