What daily life is really like on the space station

How astronauts train for zero gravity on Earth

Astronaut Jessica Meir explains how NASA uses a giant underwater pool called the Neutral Buoyancy Lab to simulate weightlessness. The facility includes a full replica of the International Space Station.

How Astronauts Train for Zero Gravity on Earth

From rocket ignition to weightless in 8 minutes

Jessica Meir recounts the physical sensation of riding a rocket into orbit, from feeling raw acceleration to suddenly becoming weightless eight minutes later.

What Launching into Space Actually Feels Like

Astronaut Jessica Meir reveals how crew members sleep inside sleeping bags strapped to walls, sometimes even resting with their arms floating over their heads.

How Astronauts Sleep Without Floating Away

Jessica Meir breaks down how astronauts use vacuum suction systems, funnels, and fans to use the restroom safely without anything escaping into the cabin.

How the Space Toilet Works in Microgravity

Jessica Meir demonstrates how astronauts apply water from drink pouches directly onto floating hair, lather shampoo, and towel off without running water.

Washing Hair in Zero Gravity

Astronaut Jessica Meir reflects on conducting the first historic all-woman spacewalk with Christina Koch, inspiring viewers around the globe to pursue their dreams.

Inside the Historic First All-Woman Spacewalk

[00:44.72] How Astronauts Train for Zero Gravity on Earth
[01:08] What Launching into Space Actually Feels Like
[02:27] How Astronauts Sleep Without Floating Away
[02:57] How the Space Toilet Works in Microgravity
[05:00] Washing Hair in Zero Gravity
[06:49] Inside the Historic First All-Woman Spacewalk

What daily life is really like on the space station

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