Jet lag is simply a disruption in your circadian rhythm. And those disruptions can have significant effects on both your physical and mental health. Circadian rhythms are physical, mental and behavioral changes that follow a daily cycle.
Mind Over Matter: How Your Body Impacts your Brain, and Vice Versa
The mind + body connection is a powerful one. Research has shown that exercise like jogging, swimming, cycling and running have been proven to reduce anxiety and depression. Plus, exercise improves mental health by bolstering self-esteem and cognitive function.