How to recover from a 20 hour flight?

Ugh, 20 hours? Just thinking about it makes my legs ache! I remember that flight I took to Sydney… felt like I was strapped in for a whole lifetime. So, how do you recover from that kind of flight marathon? It’s not just about bouncing back, it’s about reclaiming your humanity, right?

First off, water, water, water! Seriously, I cannot stress this enough. Like, on my Sydney flight, I was practically glued to the little call button asking for water. Dehydration is a killer after being cooped up in that dry cabin air. Keep sipping even after you land.

Then there’s your poor stomach. It’s probably like, “Where am I? What year is it?” Taking probiotics can help – I usually start a few days before a long trip. And dairy? Yeah, maybe skip that initially. My stomach is always a bit sensitive after a long flight; I learned that the hard way after a particularly unfortunate cheese incident in Rome. Don’t be like me in Rome.

A massage? Oh, yes please! Especially for your legs. I swear, after that Sydney flight, my calves felt like rocks. A good leg massage can work wonders, loosening up those stiff muscles. Or even just some gentle stretching. Anything to get the blood flowing again.

And finally, move! I know, the last thing you probably want to do is exercise after being folded up like a pretzel for 20 hours. But trust me, a brisk walk, or even better, a dip in the ocean (if you’re lucky enough to be near one!), can make a huge difference. It’s like hitting the reset button. Gets the circulation going, fresh air in your lungs…you’ll feel so much more human. Who knows, you might even be ready to tackle the next adventure! (Maybe not another 20-hour flight though… give yourself a break!)