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3 exercises that may help you fall asleep faster
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Hey, y'all! If you want to improve your sleep quality (who doesn't?), you might want to check out this new study on exercises that can help. Let's dive in.
Sleep better with gentle movement
A recent analysis of 22 clinical trials found that low-impact exercises like yoga, tai chi and walking may ease insomnia and improve sleep quality — even without the help of other sleep treatments.
Each of these exercises offers unique benefits: Study author Zhi-jun Bu said walking or light jogging may help boost melatonin production, while yoga and tai chi promote relaxation through deep breathing and body awareness.
Though exercise isn't considered a first-line treatment for insomnia, sleep expert Dr. Shalini Paruthi, who was not involved in the study, agrees that exercise can be helpful as part of a broader approach. 'Start slow, build up that intensity and frequency over time, but listen to your body and observe how it is improving your sleep,' she said. [CNN]
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