Enhancing Your Sleep

Sleep Quality can make the difference both in your athletic performance and work. In addition to regular chiropractic care, getting high quality rest is vital to maintain your health and well-being.

Here are Sleep tips from high level strength and conditioning coaches:

1. Sleep in a Quiet Environment free from noise
2. Maintain Room Temperature (72 degrees)
3. Ensure that bedding / clothing does not cause an environment that is too hot
4. Routine needs to be consistent time each night for falling asleep to begin and waking up
5. Avoid caffeine and food / fluid ingestion leading up to bedtime (no nap)
6. Avoid the use of computer, tablet, TV, and smartphones before you go to bed
7. Learn proper Meditation Techniques to calm your mind and body
8. Napping should not be done later than mid-afternoon
9. At least seven hours per night – preferably eight
10. Get plenty of Exercise throughout the day
11. Ensure that you are in a dark room with no light source present