In today's episode of the podcast, I wanted to give you my 5 biggest tips when it comes to improving your sleep.
Here's a quick recap
1. Stick to a routine! You need to be strict on a bed time and awakening time. This will improve our bodies Circadian rhythm which is essentially our body clock leading to improved sleep cycles
2. Aim for 6-8 hours, this gives our bodies enough time to go through 4-5 sleep cycles, which is seen as an ideal nights sleep!
3. Ease up on the caffeine! Caffeine has a 5-6 hour half life meaning it's still active for a long time after you’ve taken it. You should aim to stop the consumption no later than 2pm
4. Avoid screen time before bed! If you can stop using your phone an hour before bed this will massively help, or if you have to, wear blue light blocking glasses to stop UV light.
5. Consider using a supplement such as ZMA, 5-HTP OR L-Theanine, this have all been shown to help improve sleep, and help you get into deeper cycles.
6. Don’t eat to close to bed! This is increasing your heart rate, and body temperature, which isn’t what the body wants to close to bed time, and will disrupt sleep.
I hope these tips help guys! Start by implementing one at a time, and watch your sleep improve massively!
Sleep is one of the most underrated tools when it comes to getting in shape, so make sure you nail it!
Enjoy!
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