Simple resistance exercises done throughout the evening to break up your sedentary time may be the key to a better night's sleep.
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This ONE Simple Habit Will Change Your Life
There’s no doubting the importance of getting enough sleep and physical activity. Sleep supports a strong immune system and healthier skin. It can also lower blood pressure and help you maintain a healthy weight. And like sleep exercise has been linked to a plethora of benefits from improving symptoms of depression and anxiety to supporting a strong heart lungs muscles and bones.
Research has also shown that exercise helps you sleep better. According to the 2018 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans regular physical activity can improve sleep quality promote deeper sleep reduce daytime sleepiness and reduce the need for sleep medications.
Over the years there have been various recommendations regarding the best time of day to exercise whether for weight loss blood sugar control or better sleep (spoiler alert: the best time is the time of day you do it consistently!).