Pilates Platinum on Getting a Good Night's Rest

Sometimes it takes longer to fall asleep than we plan for. We finally hit the sack and that’s when our mind starts racing. But getting enough ZZZzzz’s is such an important part of a healthy lifestyle! It’s not always easy to catch some rest, but luckily we’ve found some ways to help ease you into dreamland.

*Make sure you calm down before you lay down- 

that means no work emails.

The last thing you want to worry about is tomorrow’s list of To Do’s. Refrain from reading work emails in the hours leading up to bedtime to avoid stress and maintain a healthy work/life balance.

*Put down that iPhone/iPad/video game controller.

You eyes and ears, and not to mention your mind, are constantly stimulated by pings and beeps and flashing lights on electronic devices. When you’re ready to hit the sack, turn off your sounds, stop texting and playing online games so that your senses wind down as your day does.

*Sex = endorphins = sleep.

Yes, sex helps you get to sleep! The endorphins released during sex tend to help most people fall asleep faster. The hormone prolactin, which is released after an orgasm, is responsible for the feelings of relaxation and sleepiness. Sleep with your loved one to improve your sleep.

*Step into some fiction before you slip into dreams.

Studies show that slipping into a good fiction book helps settle your mind before resting. But if you’re reading on a tablet, it’s a good idead to slap on a SleepShield screen cover so that the glow from the screen doesn’t destroy your sleepy state of mind.

You don’t have to count sheep anymore.

 Try Pilates Platinum’s sleep aids above and balance your workouts with plenty of rest.