Tips for Successful Sleep
- Establish a comfortable sleep environment complete with a comfortable and supportive mattress and pillows.
- Maintain a dark, quiet room to sleep in.
- Establish a regular routine that includes going to bed and waking up at the same times everyday, including weekends.
- Do not nap for more than 30 minutes during the day or after 3:00pm. Longer naps disrupt the body’s ability to stay asleep.
- Develop sleep rituals before going to cue your body to slow down and relax.
- Avoid stress and worries at bedtime. Certain activities such as listening to soft music, reading, or taking a warm bath can help you wind down.
- Avoid heavy meals late in the evening
- Exercising regularly, even for 20 minutes 3 times per week can promote deep sleep
Posted 2014-04-24 21:02:18 by Site Administrator
