We all know life can be hectic, and sometimes your sleep is interfered with. This is bad because health problems from a lack of sleep can occur. Here are four ways to sleep better tonight.
1. Reach for the Sky Before Your Pillow- Yoga
Yoga is often known to be relaxation technique and doing some simple poses before bed can help you fall asleep faster and sleep more soundly. Some people are not into yoga, so if that’s you some simple stretching can work just as effectively. Stretching will release some of the tension in your body and relax your muscles, perfectly preparing you for a better night’s sleep.
2. Hit the Gym Before You Hit the Sheets- Run
Just like stretching and yoga, going for a long run will help release the tension in your body, as well as wear you out before bed. Running also can help clear a cloudy mind, eliminating racing thoughts before bed. Do you workout routine a couple of hours before you are ready for bed, take a shower and hit the sheets!
3. Take a Deep Breath Before You Get a Deep Sleep- Breathe
Doing breathing techniques before bed helps you relax. Try breathing in slowly and counting to ten and then exhaling at the same rate. The time, of course, can be adjusted according to each person’s preference. Breathing is something you can do lying in bed so before you know it- you’re fast asleep.
4. Turn Off the Lights to Turn Off Your Mind- Unplug
Watching television or playing with your phone before bed is something almost every person is guilty of. When you do this, the light makes your body stay awake and you are more aware of your surroundings. About an hour before you would like to fall asleep, check your phone one last time and then turn it off for the night. You will be surprised how much it helps to unplug.
These are some techniques I have found to help me sleep. Follow these and you will sleep better tonight.
Comment below with some of your tricks to fall asleep faster and sleep better!