Tips for Sleeping Better
Though we all know that bad sleeping habits significantly impact your mental health, physical health, and even weight, many of us still toss and turn struggling to get a good night’s sleep.
A good sleep is more under your control than you may think.
Here are some simple tips for making a good sleep a nightly reality:
- Maintain a routine with a consistent sleep schedule
- Avoid sleeping in, even on weekends
- Limit naps to 15 to 20 minutes in the early afternoon
- Steer clear of caffeine and other stimulants
- Remove electronics from your bedroom
- Exercise daily, but finish your workouts at least three hours before bedtime
- Go to bed when you’re truly tired
- Avoid going to bed on a full – or empty – stomach