Are you getting enough sleep? If so – how’s your sleep quality? A little bird (a recent study from the CDC) told us that our snooze time might a bit neglected in the US. It makes sense, because so many factors can throw off your sleep cycle; anything from a busy schedule to a little…
I’m not naturally a morning person. My love of SoulCycle got me out of bed for months, but since I cut back on this workout out of necessity, I’ve fallen back into old habits. Hitting the snooze button five-plus times leaves me feeling groggy, seriously pisses off my boyfriend, and makes me rush around like…
Diet and exercise have their place, but one secret weapon in your weight-loss arsenal takes a lot less effort: getting enough sleep. Here’s how catching those Z’s helps shrink your waistline. It helps you eat less: Sleep affects levels of the hunger-regulating hormone leptin, which helps your body realize it’s full, and ghrelin, which stimulates…
If you rely on sleeping pills for a good night’s sleep, take note: a recent study found that those who took sleeping aids like Ambien and Lunesta had a higher risk of dying sooner or developing cancer. While the jury’s still out on whether the study found merely a correlation between being sick and taking…
People suffering from undiagnosed respiratory health issues or muscle disorders know that getting a good night of sleep is impossible. Our friends over at Self share a great example of how much of a difference waking up rested actually makes. I was recently diagnosed with severe obstructive sleep apnea, a condition that causes my airway…
If you’re having trouble settling down before bed, then unroll your mat and give this gentle yoga sequence a whirl. These poses are designed to bring your senses inward and to stretch the areas that are most prone to tension, so your mind and body will feel relaxed and ready for sweet slumber. Brush your…
Think snacking before bed packs on the pounds? You and your cravings will be happy to know that it’s a myth that eating in the evening leads to weight gain. As long as the total amount of calories you burn isn’t less than the calories you eat, it doesn’t matter when you consume those calories,…
After a stressful day of to-dos, it can be hard to wind down and get a good night’s rest. Skip the sleeping pills and try one of these easy, natural ways to drift off to sleep instead. Related: The Top 3 Before-Bed Habits For Weight-Loss Success Have a healthy snack: Choose your late-night snack wisely.…
The following post was originally featured on Downshiftology and written by Lisa Bryan, who is part of POPSUGAR Select Fitness. A couple of weeks ago I talked about a morning ritual to get your day started on the right foot, but an evening ritual is just as important for good, restful, restorative sleep. And if…
Waking up groggy and unprepared does not make for a happy morning. Incorporate these bedtime rituals into your evening routine, and you’ll immediately reap the positive benefits. Sip different: While a glass of wine or another boozy nightcap can make for a nice night, it is not supporting your goals for the next day. Stick…
