If you're sleepy all day, you're probably not sleeping properly. Like all things worth doing, getting a good night's sleep takes some work...
1. Get 7 to 8 hours of sleep every night
2. Sleep is a routine - if you sleep from 10pm to 6am on weekdays, do the same on weekends
3. Have a sleep ritual before going to sleep - all visual electronics (computer, TV, etc) off 30 minutes before sleeping
4. Don't workout before bed - many fitness experts recommend you get at least three hours between your last workout of the day and sleep
5. Take naps - 15 minutes once a day is all you need to feel refreshed the rest of the day
6. Avoid highly processed carbs during lunch - due to their effect on insulin levels, they will trigger a feeling of exhaustion
7. Practice deep breathing throughout the day - breathing is our primary method of detoxification and can help you get a good night's sleep
8. Watch the alcohol intake - while wine has been shown to be good for you, it can raise your perception of your body temperature making it difficult to sleep
9. DO workout sometime during the day - whether it's weight training or aerobic activity, a body that has been challenged with physical activity will sleep more soundly
10. Eliminate ALL light from your room while sleeping - even small amounts of light have been shown to interupt deep sleep
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