Looking to improve your health and become more productive? Struggling with fatigue and low energy? If so, make sleep a priority. Start by finding your “sleep number” and then create a sleep schedule. This means figuring out how many hours of rest you need per night. Go to bed and wake up at the same time every day. In just a few weeks, your whole life will change.
What Is Your Sleep Number?
According to Arianna Huffington – editor and cofounder of The Huffington Post, the sleep number indicates how many hours of sleep you need to function at your peak. In her latest book – The Sleep Revolution, she highlights the amazing benefits of sleep and how it can transform your life. She also shows readers how to find their ideal sleep number.
All you have to do is to figure out how many hours you need a night to wake up refreshed and full of energy without an alarm. Try to wake up naturally for several days in a row. This should help you determine how many hours of sleep your body really needs.
According to health experts, sleep requirements depend on age. Adults and seniors need seven to nine hours of sleep per night. Teens should get eight to 10 hours of sleep. Preschoolers need 10 to 13 hours of sleep a night, while toddlers should sleep for 11 to 14 hours. Newborns require 14 to 17 hours of sleep each night.
The Health Benefits of a Good Night’s Sleep
Sleep has a direct impact on your health. It affects your mood as well as your metabolism, brain function, and energy. Inadequate rest puts you at risk for mental disorders, heart disease, metabolic syndrome, obesity, stroke, and premature aging.
A good night’s sleep allows your body to recover from stress and repair damaged tissues. It also calms your mind and keeps your hormones in balance. Proper sleep can even relieve pain, improve your sex life, and help you lose weight. By sleeping more, you’ll live longer, think clearer, and handle stress more effectively.
