Don’t sleep on these helpful tips for getting better rest at night

Sleep — we all need it, and most of us don’t get enough of it. UMR Wellness has tips for getting more rest every night:

Keep a sleep diary for two weeks to see what your sleep routine really looks like. (Use this PDF!)
Make a point of going to sleep and getting up at the same time each day. Give yourself time for at least seven hours of sleep.
Don’t nap. Or if you must nap, keep it to 20 minutes.
Get exercise every day, but avoid strenuous activity for the three hours before bedtime.
Get lots of light — especially sunlight — during the day, and avoid bright light as bedtime approaches.
Don’t work or do other activities in your bedroom. Reserve that space for sleep.
Limit your caffeine intake, and avoid it later in the day.

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Download this PDF for more information, and speak to your doctor if you’re dealing with a serious sleep problem and need relief.

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