Sleeping on long flights - What's the secret?

"C. Osbourne" wrote:

Hi,

I'm going on some long flights soon, and would
really like to do some sleeping during the flights.

But somehow, I can't seem to get comfortable enough
to get to sleep. I'm 6'3" 280 lbs, and the tiny
seats are -very- uncomfortable after a few hours.
(can't afford 1st class)

Can anyone suggest a method or even proper drugs
I can use to get to sleep so the flights don't seem
so long?

I'm kind of assuming this is a troll given the obesity mentioned.

I suggest you stay awake.

Your corpulence ( being a fatso ) puts you at greater risk of deep vein
thrombosis.

http://www.google.co.uk/search?hl=en...Se arch&meta=

Basically, inactivity can result in the formation of a blood clot in
your circulatory system ( most likely in a leg ) that can then cause
serious damage ( including death ) when dislodged.

Best bet is to remain active. Take a stroll every hour or two. Taking an
aspirin before flight thins your blood and helps prevent clotting. Drink
plenty of water and avoid too much alcohol ( staying well hydrated keeps
the blood less liable to clot ).

Frankly you're you big for an economy seat and will be a nuisance to
your immediate neighbours.

Considered losing weight ?


Graham



Oh - btw - you learn to sleep on a flight after *practice*