March 6-12 is National Sleep Awareness Week. We all know how important it is for professional drivers to get a good night's rest. Here is some practical information from Connect Care 3. Find more in their monthly P.E.P. Talk Newsletter
How much sleep do you get a night? Many people do not get the recommended amount of sleep and suffer negative consequences because of it. Most people that have pulled an all-nighter know that lack of sleep can make you cranky, forgetful and stressed out. But did you know that lack of sleep can cause a wide range of health issues including weight gain, elevated blood pressure and increased risk of accidents?
While it’s tempting to skip sleep in favor of doing something we deem more productive, that is a bad idea. Rest and recovery are vitally important to our health. Our physical health, our emotional health and our mental health can all be affected by sleep or the lack of it. Doing a few simple things can help prepare your mind and body for sleep. Exercise can help you sleep more deeply, provided you exercise earlier in the day or afternoon. Set your room up as an area for sleep, not television watching or work. Make sure your room is dark enough and, if you can, turn off your mobile devices up to an hour before bedtime. By tweaking your sleep habits just a bit, you might find yourself feeling a bit more energetic and healthy. Give it a try!
