How Jet Lag Can Ruin Your Performance (and What You Can Do About It) 1/3
Hey LinkedIn family,
Let’s talk about something we’ve all experienced but probably don’t give enough attention to—jet lag. Whether you’re traveling to a big race or prepping for a major competition halfway across the world, jet lag can feel like your worst enemy. It messes with your sleep, your focus, and, as it turns out, your performance.
Why Jet Lag is a Performance Killer
We all know that sluggish, zombie-like feeling after a long flight, right? Turns out, it’s more than just being tired. Jet lag disrupts your circadian rhythm—your body’s internal clock that tells you when to sleep, wake, and perform at your best. A study published in the Journal of Applied Physiology found that jet lag can negatively affect everything from reaction times to decision-making, and, yes, even your mood. That’s not exactly the formula for success when you need to be sharp, fast, and mentally on point.
The further you travel across time zones, the harder your body has to work to adjust. And guess what? When you’re tired and out of sync, your performance tanks. The good news? You can plan ahead to avoid jet lag ruining your game.
Step 1: The Basics of Anti-Jet Lag Planning
Before we dive deeper into the science, let’s start with the basics. Planning ahead is key to combating jet lag. Adjust your sleep schedule a few days before traveling to match your destination's time zone. You can also start adjusting your meals and light exposure, which we’ll break down in more detail in the next article.
In our next chat, we’ll talk about how tweaking light exposure and timing your meals can help reset your body clock faster and get you back to peak performance sooner.
Stay sharp, stay rested, and keep pushing those limits.
Cheers,
Pieter
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