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7 Tips for a Great Night's Sleep.

What you do during the day, especially in the hours leading uptobedtime, has a big impact on the quality of your sleep.Thesebedtime tips will help you unwind, relax and get the most outofyour nights.

1. Eliminate caffeine after noon.

It can take up to 7 hours for half the caffeine you’veconsumedto wear off. You may not still feel its effects, but it canreducethe quality and depth of your sleep.

2. Turn off the computer and TV.

Stay away from screens at least an hour before bedtime.Bluelight from computers or other devices sways your internalclock,making it harder to fall asleep.

3. Adjust the thermostat.

Most people sleep best in a slightly cool bedroom (65 –68degrees). At that temperature, our bodies don’t have to doanythingto create or release heat.

4. De-stress with a warm shower.

Warm skin actually lowers your internal body temperatureandhelps prepare you for sleep.

5. Avoid exercising before bedtime.

It’s best to finish your workouts a few hours before bedtimesoyour body has time to cool down. A cooler core bodytemperaturehelps promote sleep.

6. Keep a regular sleep schedule.

A consistent sleep schedule, even on weekends, reinforcesyourbody’s sleep-wake cycle and helps promote better sleepatnight.

7. Make a list.

Your sleep is likely to suffer when you have too much to do,andtoo much to think about. Write down what’s likely to keep youupand set it aside for morning.