Is Daily Movement the Secret to Better Sleep?

Conventional advise often centres on winding down before bed - avoiding screens, limiting heavy meals, and skipping alcohol—but a recent study suggests that our activity throughout the entire day may be even more critical for quality sleep.

As Dr. Lisa Matricciani from the University of South Australia explains, “People typically focus on bedtime routines when thinking about sleep quality, but our research shows that what we do during the day may have a greater impact on how well we sleep, how much we sleep, and even on our energy levels throughout the day.”

Matricciani’s study, published in Sleep Health, analysed data from over 2,500 participants across various ages. Participants wore activity monitors, and the results highlighted a strong connection between daytime physical activity and sleep quality: those who moved more enjoyed deeper, more efficient sleep and awoke feeling refreshed. On the other hand, prolonged inactivity during the day was associated with delayed bedtimes, earlier morning waking, and fewer total hours of sleep.

Healthy bedtime rituals are still helpful, but if better rest could come down to simply moving more during the day, it’s an approach that’s achievable for most of us. So, could daily movement be your game-changing path to better sleep?

Key Takeaways:

• Daily physical activity enhances sleep quality, efficiency, and duration.
• Sedentary days can delay bedtime and reduce overall rest.
• Movement throughout the day may be a simple, effective step toward better rest.

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