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I have traveled a lot over the years and have a specific must-do list for the day I travel, especially for a long-haul flight. A checklist is beneficial to ensure everything is complete before you leave. Once you have a few flights, your day of routine will be down to a science. These are my five tips to prepare for a long-haul flight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Workout the Day of a Flight <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Working out the day you have a long flight is always a good idea because you will sit for a long time throughout your flight. You want to keep the blood flowing on an overnight flight. A good brisk walk will do the trick if you don’t have time to attend the gym or class. I will get in a cardio dance class on the morning of a long flight if I am lucky. My body feels so much better after a workout, and I get a little of that travel stress worked off. Even though I am a seasoned traveler, it always feels hectic on the day of a flight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the return flight to the US, I will do my best to get some fresh air and a walk in before leaving for the airport. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

5 Tips to Prepare for a Long-Haul Flight: Clean Up Around The House<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u200bMy husband has learned this is a must for the day of travel. The dishwasher has to be cleaned, trash emptied, plants watered, and the fridge to be clear of anything that can spoil. On the night before the flight, I will clean out the fridge so there won’t be any surprises once I return home. You can always order a grocery delivery for the day you return to keep the fridge full of healthy options after being on the road. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This takes a bit of planning and extra time, but it makes it helpful when returning. I also love to return to a clean house after being away, which means the hamper is empty, and we have fresh sheets on the bed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The airline will offer some in-flight entertainment on the back of the seat or their app. I typically fly United, and they provide some great movie options via the airline’s app, or I believe you can stream some on your laptop if you don’t want to use their video option. Sometimes, the video screen isn’t working, and I end up frustrated for a long flight. My husband and I try to remind each other on the day of a flight to download anything before leaving for the airport so we can do it quickly on our own wifi network. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime are all personal favorites, and very easy to download tv shows\/movies via the app directly to your phone. It’s good to keep a portable charger and charging cable in your carry-on to have enough power to last through the flight. You might want a pair of noise-canceling headphones or your own headphones in your carry-on bag for the long journey. These are the ones I bring with me<\/a><\/strong>, and I make sure they are charged up before I leave. I cannot stress enough that getting plenty of rest on the flight is a good idea. With the change in time zones, you will be tired, jet lagged, and wish you slept more than you did. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Podcasts and music are also great options to have downloaded in advance. How I Built This <\/a><\/strong>is one of my favorite podcasts. A good book is never a bad idea and a great way to help you fall asleep. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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