I feel more exhausted when I run on business trips than when I run at home. What’s up?
A number of factors might be at play—adjusting to new running routes, dealing with work stress, navigating new business environments—but jet lag is probably the worst offender. It can disrupt short-term memory, decrease attention span, and hinder strength. Fortunately, the effects of jet lag are also easy to minimize. Begin by getting 7 to 8 hours of sleep every night for a week before your trip. That will erase any sleep debt and leave you better able to cope with travel fatigue. In flight, down plenty of water (dehydration exacerbates jet lag) and move around the cabin every couple of hours to keep your energy level up. Once you arrive at your destination city, stay on its time. That means no naps and hitting the sack at the same time as you do at home. These tips will help you rock your workout and perform better on the job. Research shows that businessmen who exercise during trips perform 61 percent better on tests of alertness and reaction.
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