Sleep Better, Feel Better
Are you...
- Someone who can't fall asleep
- Someone who can't stay asleep
- Someone who shares the bed with a snorer
- Or someone who gets an inconsistent sleep quality
No, our point is not to make you feel bad about not being a good sleeper!
The point is to let you know you're not alone. Nowadays it's rare to meet someone who actually gets the quality sleep they deserve. It's okay. We can help, if you'd like to become a better sleeper.
1. Develop a nighttime routine - No more falling asleep on the couch then crawling into bed, only to find yourself unable to get back to sleep. Drink some tea, put on pajamas, floss and/or wash your face. Whatever you choose, just make it into a routine you can do every night.
2. Turn out the lights - Your body craves darkness at night! Sleep hormone suppression happens when you keep those bright lights on in the late afternoon and before bed. So, dim your lights or turn them off completely an hour or two or three before you want to rest.
3. Invest in blue light blocking glasses - Time to feel like a total nerd. This one goes back to the whole "bright lights keep you awake" thing. Aim for quality orange lens' when buying.
4. Talk to your doctor about supplements - Melatonin, ZMA, magnesium, etc. Working with your healthcare practitioner can help if you have a long history of less-than-ideal sleep.
5. Pray, reflect or journal - Get those thoughts out! It's more difficult to rest when your head is spinning from anger, anxiety, sadness or worry. Write down your to-do list, any painful thoughts or what went "right" or "wrong" during the day.
Better sleep hygiene =
- Greater recovery from tough workouts
- Improved mood
- Increased testosterone
- More energy during the day
- Higher ability to deal with other humans
Happy snoozing, friends!
Your Fitness After Forty Specialists
It’s difficult to change on your own but we’re here to help! We want to learn about you.
If you’re ready to become the person you dream of fill out the form below and we’ll contact you within 24 hours to see what we can do to help.