How do I prepare myself for a long road trip?

9 Road Trip Tips For a Safe and Comfortable Drive
  1. Get plenty of sleep before your drive. Think about exhaustion before you begin your journey, not after. ...
  2. Bring healthy road trip snacks. ...
  3. Stay hydrated. ...
  4. Plan your rest stops. ...
  5. Chew gum. ...
  6. Use energizing scents. ...
  7. Sit up straight. ...
  8. Keep passengers entertained.




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It depends on your speed. If you are driving at a brisk pace of 100 MPH, it would take you 10 hours; if traveling at half the speed (50 MPH) it would take you twice as long. (20 hours).

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Get a full night's sleep before you go. One of the most important parts of planning your trip is getting a good night's sleep before your drive. Aim to get eight hours of restful sleep. This will help keep you alert for the duration of your trip.

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And while the open road can be a great opportunity to relax and spend time with family, driving long distances can be very hard on your body. Long periods of sitting can quickly take a toll on your spine and lead to miserable back pain. This brings the question: how can I avoid back pain after a road trip?

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Additionally, sitting for long periods of time slows your blood flow as your body says, “I will save you energy”, which can put you in the mood for sleep.

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