Getting a good night’s sleep is necessary when you want to wake up with amazing energy so you can be more productive. There are many factors that come into play with your sleep, but let’s take a look at the five most important factors.
Sleep Schedule
If your sleep schedule is erratic then you are not going to be able to get as good of sleep as you would of when your body knew when you were going to sleep. Our bodies like routines and if we can set them up and stick to them, we are going to find it much easier to get a good night’s sleep.
Diet and Drink
What are you eating and drinking before bed? If you are eating just before you are about to sleep, your body may still be digesting. While some people can sleep right through, having a full stomach while sleeping can cause others discomfort.
Rituals for Bedtime
Giving your body the signal that it is almost bedtime is a must. You can take a bath, brush your teeth, and even put on your face cream. By doing so, you let your body know that it needs to start powering down.
The Right Mattress
Nothing ruins a good night’s sleep than a lumpy or saggy mattress. If you have been waking up feeling with muscle pain or fatigue that goes away after a couple of hours, your mattress may be due for a replacement.
The ideal one should keep your body in a neutral position, so that everything, including your heels, buttocks, head, and shoulders are aligned perfectly. When shopping for one at a Los Angeles mattress store, make sure that you lie down for a couple of minutes in your usual sleeping position to see if it’s the right fit.
Manage Your Stress
When we go to bed stressing out, it is near impossible to sleep. Take some time to do some deep breathing or meditation to rid yourself of the day’s troubles. You may always want to take time to write in your journal to process the day’s events for some stress relief.
Now you know five tips to help you get a better night’s sleep. Simply acting on a few of these tips can help you move toward your goal of starting the day with more energy, so pick a couple and put them into action today.
Sources:
Choosing the Best Mattress for You, WebMD.com
Sleep tips: 7 steps to better sleep, Mayoclinic.org
