Our Best Tips: Stellar Sleep

March 17, 2016

No matter how many times you think you’ve heard it all, new information about the importance of sleep is coming out constantly. From how many winks you get to the quality of your shut-eye, sleep has a big impact on helping you dance your best.

  1. Watch your social media use.
    One study found that checking your accounts repeatedly throughout the day could be disruptive to sleep.
  1. Give yourself time to wind down. Calming activities, like reading a book, are suggested to help you relax during the hour or so before bed.
  1. When you go to bed matters. People who tend to worry may benefit from turning in earlier, one study found. Going to bed later, along with sleeping for shorter periods, has been linked to more negative thoughts during the day.
  1. Perfect the art of napping. For best results, the length of daytime naps depends on what you’re planning on doing when you wake up, whether it’s taking technique class or learning a new work. Plus, one study found that napping could help you better tolerate frustration.
  1. Make your bedroom a relaxing place. Research shows that making your bed and keeping it clean can help you get a better night’s sleep—simply because you’ll be more comfortable.