5 winding down tips for better sleep

Submitted by Anne Williams on Mon, 05/21/2012 - 16:16

5 winding down tips for better sleep

Winding down from a stressful day can be a key factor in whether you get a good night’s sleep. The importance of practicing a relaxing and regular bedtime routine is often overlooked. This routine does not have to be complicated or long. The idea of “winding down” at night should be a slow and enjoyable process. Here are 5 tips to help you develop a consistent bedtime routine that will lead to a better night’s sleep.

How to master the power nap

Submitted by Anne Williams on Mon, 05/21/2012 - 13:12

Master the power nap: 5 tips to get a great midday snooze

No matter how hard you try to get a good night’s sleep, sometimes you need a pick-me-up during your waking hours. A power nap may be the answer for you to become more alert and productive during your waking hours.

A power nap, or “cat nap”, is a short sleep session wake up feeling rested and energized. Here are some tips to get the most out of your midday snooze.

Can too much sleep be bad for you? 4 reasons to not hit that snooze button tomorrow morning

Submitted by Jess Hallman on Tue, 05/15/2012 - 17:38

We usually hear from people who aren't getting enough sleep and use SleepPhones as a solution for a better night's rest. As many of our readers know, too little sleep can have harmful consequences, such as feeling tired all the time, lower mental alertness and a negative attitude. But did you know that too much sleep can be bad for you too?

While it may feel good to hit that snooze button or sleep in on the weekends, there are side effects of sleeping too much that include a decline in mood, physical and mental activity and health. It could even lead to premature death.

No more achy back: Find the best sleep positions to avoid neck and back pain

Submitted by Jess Hallman on Mon, 05/07/2012 - 16:38

No more achy back: Find the best sleep positions to avoid neck and back pain

There’s nothing more annoying than waking up with a back or neck pain, or worse, having it last throughout the day. People often associate back and neck pain with sleep (as in “My neck hurts! I must have slept on it funny”), and this is most likely the case. So how do you avoid waking up with a stiff neck or aching back? Check your sleep positions! It may be time to re-evaluate your usual comfort spots.

Sleepy behind the wheel: How sleep deprivation can lead to serious consequences on the road

Submitted by Jess Hallman on Fri, 05/04/2012 - 17:00

You’re driving to work in the morning and it's 7a.m. You barely got any sleep last night. Your eyes get heavy and your head slowly starts to nod. Your car starts to cross the traffic lanes and you are suddenly jerked awake. Has this ever happened to you?

Unfortunately, sleep deprivation is a serious and common problem on the road. Our bodies and mind can’t fully function on low energy. Without sleep, drivers may end up falling asleep at the wheel and getting into a serious accident.

Having trouble sleeping? Changing the color of your room could make a big difference

Submitted by Jess Hallman on Mon, 04/30/2012 - 14:03

It is not just a myth. Color scheme can influence the quality of your sleep. It’s not too surprising that warm and/or cooler shades are the best for the walls of your bedroom. On the contrary, you should avoid loud, vibrant, or bright colors that could interfere with your quality of sleep. They may work as accents to the base paints but it’s best to stick with light colors to maximize sleep, any time of day. 

New Website Rollout This Weekend

Submitted by Wei-Shin Lai MD on Fri, 04/27/2012 - 11:12

From the night of April 27 to afternoon of April 28, the SleepPhones website may be down intermittently as we roll out a brand new website! We've had our old one for a couple years now, and we're ready for a new look. Our graphic designer helped us with the overall look, and our marketing team helped us import everything to the new website. 

When is the best time to exercise? We tell you when to work out so you won’t be up all night

Submitted by Wei-Shin Lai MD on Mon, 04/16/2012 - 17:00

 
Exercise is undoubtedly an important part of a healthy lifestyle. And, like sleep, it is something that many people struggle to find adequate time for. Incorporating a workout routine in your schedule may be a challenge, as getting enough sleep may be too. But both are important to your health and happiness.
 

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