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3 Strategies to Improve Your Sleep

By Virginia Laird

Are you struggling to get a good night of rest? Do you lie in bed for hours waiting to fall asleep? These problems are not isolated to your home. Each year, millions across the nation do just that. If you are one who is getting less than six hours of sleep each night, it is time to consider checking your habits. Sleep experts say that there are an array of things that you can change about your lifestyle to help improve your sleep. A few things you need to consider changing include:

  • Exercise after dinner 
  • Cut out the junk 
  • Have a routine for bedtime

Exercise After Dinner

To help the body relax it can be wise to help burn some energy. This can be done with a light exercise at some point after dinner, but at least an hour prior to bedtime. This workout can be as simple as a walk through your neighborhood, streaming yoga from your computer, or whatever else you may enjoy. Releasing energy from the body can help you find the ability to relax and fall into a deep sleep when you finally fall into bed. Make some time to try adding exercise today. 

Cut Out the Junk

Quite a few people admit to snacking after dinner. This can be a bad habit. According to research, too much junk can keep you up. Junk food loaded with sugar will prevent your mind and body from being able to relax. Likewise, too much salt or fat can hamper your overall health. If you insist on snacking after dinner, keep it light. 

Have a Routine for Bedtime

Sleep experts say that a bedtime routine is a great way to encourage an improved sleep. The purpose of a routine prior to going to bed is to help the body and mind relax. These routines should last no longer than 20 minutes. A few things to consider including are reading, meditation, stretching, and much more. While it can take a few weeks to figure out what works best for you, it is worth the hard work. Start today figuring out what you can add to your bedtime routine.

Make today the day you stop struggling to sleep well. Hit the pillow tonight knowing you have done all you can to get the rest you desire. 

To learn more about your health, wellness, and fitness, see your local chiropractor at The Joint Chiropractic in Orem, Utah.

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