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4 Tips on getting a good night’s sleep!

Many people would agree that there's nothing better than a good night's sleep. Stressful day at the office? Long hours running errands with the kids? All this can be repaired with restorative slumber. On the other hand, not getting the eight to nine hours of sleep that you need may leave you feeling grumpy and tired all day. But here's something you may not know: you have far more control over the quality of your sleep than you think. Tips for a better night's sleep! 1. Choose a good mattress. If you wake up with aches and pains that were not there when you went to bed, it may be time to get a new mattress. A good mattress supports the natural contours of the Healthy Body, letting your muscles and joints fully relax. 2. Test your pillow. The quest for a restful night's sleep should always include a proper pillow. Keep in mind that your head weighs eight to twelve pounds. A good pillow provides comfortable support for your head, neck and upper back muscles so they can get some much-needed rest. 3. Don't sleep on your stomach Canada's chiropractors recommend sleeping on your back or side. These positions allow your head, neck and spine to relax into their natural alignment. This reduces stress and strain on your muscles and joints that can disrupt your sleep and lead to aches in the morning. 4. Get to bed on time Try to go to bed at the same time every night - even on weekends - to keep your sleep cycle in a regular rhythm. Avoid naps, but if you must, limit naps to less than 30 minutes, and be sure to have your siesta before 4pm.

Many people would agree that there’s nothing better than a good night’s sleep. Stressful day at the office? Long hours running errands with the kids?

All this can be repaired with restorative slumber.

On the other hand, not getting the eight to nine hours of sleep that you need may leave you feeling grumpy and tired all day. But here’s something you may not know: you have far more control over the quality of your sleep than you think.

Tips for a better night’s sleep!

  1. Choose a good mattress. If you wake up with aches and pains that were not there when you went to bed, it may be time to get a new mattress. A good mattress supports the natural contours of the Healthy Body, letting your muscles and joints fully relax.
  2. Test your pillow.  The quest for a restful night’s sleep should always include a proper pillow. Keep in mind that your head weighs eight to twelve pounds. A good pillow provides comfortable support for your head, neck and upper back muscles so they can get some much-needed rest.
  3. Don’t sleep on your stomach Canada’s chiropractors recommend sleeping on your back or side. These positions allow your head, neck and spine to relax into their natural alignment. This reduces stress and strain on your muscles and joints that can disrupt your sleep and lead to aches in the morning.
  4. Get to bed on time Try to go to bed at the same time every night – even on weekends – to keep your sleep cycle in a regular rhythm. Avoid naps, but if you must, limit naps to less than 30 minutes, and be sure to have your siesta before 4pm.