Your sleep schedule is messed up, your bags are still half-packed, and your thoughts are alternating between “Do I check my emails?” and “Can I go back already?” after a hectic seven-day trip.
A good example of this is the easter weekend, which we have just celebrated, families either go away or host at home during this time.
Speaking for myself, I go away for church every year, and I think this year had me enjoying it a little bit too much. My body quickly responded to the aftereffects.
It can feel like hitting a wall after experiencing the rush of travel. Your mind is overflowing, your body is exhausted, and your to-do list is already getting longer.
So, you have returned from the trip extremely exhausted because the long road can take a toll on you. Here are some tips for recovery.
TripIT suggests that you should complete chores, clean up, weatherproof, and put security measures in place before a vacation. This will enable you to concentrate on getting better and feeling well. For a comfortable trip, bring headphones, travel pillows, and lightweight blankets. Bring along a lightweight blanket and travel pillow to ensure you get adequate sleep during the journey.
Trillist claims that even though trips can be amazing and enlightening, they can also be physically draining, and the combination of the post-vacation blues and physical tiredness always makes the transition back to normal life difficult.
However, there are some strategies to ease that transition, such as giving yourself an additional day of paid time off, avoiding the temptation to take a sleep, and—as much as we may not want to—unpacking as soon as you come home, the above website further mentions.
According to Everbeam, “An Epsom salt bath can provide relief after a tiring trip. Epsom salt, also known as magnesium sulfate, helps relax muscles and reduce inflammation. Fill your bathtub with warm water and add about two cups of Epsom salt. Stir the water to ensure the salt dissolves completely. Soak in the bath for at least 15-20 minutes. This allows your body to absorb the magnesium, which can help alleviate aches and pains.”
The source mentioned above also advises that to ease back into a regular routine after a trip, your body might require mild, restorative motions. Mild yoga helps ease tense muscles and promote relaxation. Choose positions that emphasize breathing and stretching. Stress-relieving techniques like Cat-Cow stretches and Child’s Pose are great. Pranayama, or breathing techniques, can help you relax both physically and mentally. Additionally, these exercises help promote better circulation and wellbeing.
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