Jet lag?

mnorwood

mnorwood

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How often do pro players attribute poor performance to jet lag? Do players do things to mitigate it? Has any correlation been established by how well players from certain regions of the world do based on where events are held?
 
I've flown across multiple time zones dozens of times (nine zones between the U.S. and the PI), and I've figured out the best way to overcome jet lag.

Don't eat any meals during the flight! Liquids only. Maybe a small snack or energy bar is okay. Our body's digestion cycle is very important in this regard. Eat at least 2-3 hours prior to travel.

I know it's not easy but you can do it. It will shorten your jet lag to one day or less.

Fly at night and sleep on the way, hopefully arriving in the morning. You will adapt to the new time zone more quickly this way.
 
I think I depends on how long you plan on being there and how much of a time difference there is. I gone to places and just kept on the same schedule and had no jet lag. Why switch everything around for a week for a 5 hour time difference.
 
Fly at night and sleep for sure! at least from U.S.. to overseas. I just got back from Europe and at 73 had no ill effects in either direction. if I can do it- the young guys should have no issues if planned properly. All about your planning.
Think of a fighter showing up for a fight after having to shed pounds very quickly for the weigh- in- poor planning can lead to poor performance.
 
I go to Switzerland at least a couple times a year for business. I always take a red eye on Tuesday night and get some sleep on the plane. I arrive on Wednesday morning, check into my hotel and go to sleep for a few hours.

There is a Wednesday night open tournament in Zurich that starts at 7PM. That is noon back in the States, so I'm always wide awake.

After that, it takes a few days to get adjusted.
 
some get it and some dont. or let it bother them.

or go to the new great country or place, some days earlier and enjoy it.

you are there and have paid for half of an expensive exotic vacation already.
 
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