Sleep & Stress Management
It takes a comprehensive approach to live a healthy lifestyle that
made up of quality nutrition, exercise, sleep and stress management.
Sleep and stress management is more important than exercise
and nutrition and are considered the foundation of wellness.
EFFECTS OF STRESS
Headaches
Heartburn
Rapid Breathing
Risk of Heart Attack
Increased Depression
Insomnia
Weakened Immune System
Gastrointestinal Problems
High Blood Pressure
EFFECT OF POOR QUALITY SLEEP
Memory Loss
Mood Changes
Weakened Immune System
Risk of Diabetes
Risk of Heart Disease
High Blood Pressure
Weight Gain
As you can see, no matter how much you improve your nutrition or exercise,
you’ll only get so far without addressing stress and sleep deprivation.
STRATEGIES TO DECREASE STRESS
Exercise at an intensity that is refreshing (meditative walk)
Relaxation Techniques (mind-body scan, yoga, stretching, warm bath)
Time Management
Organization
Support System
STRATEGIES TO IMPROVE SLEEP
Create a bedtime routine
Avoid caffeine
Improve the environment of the bedroom
Go to sleep when you are truly tired
Nap early or not at all
Balance food intake
Discontinue electronic use at least 30 minutes before bedtime
So where are you with your stress and sleep?
Access the questionnaires below and see.
Sleep Questionnaire <- click to access
Stress Questionnaire <- click to access
Let’s discuss in our FB Group. <-click to access FB Group