JANUARY FITNESS TIP!

To align your internal clocks and ensure deep, restorative sleep, pay attention to these 3 key factors.

1).  SLEEP TIMING:  Keeping consistent sleep and wake times is one of the best ways to synchronize your body clocks.  Stick to the same sleep hours every day of the week, even on weekends.  Avoid naps over 40 minutes.

2).  FOOD TIMING:  Going to bed on a reasonably empty stomach can also help with sleep. Try concluding your evening meal 2-3 hours before bedtime.

3).  LIGHT EXPOSURE:  Exposure to light and dark is a critical component of circadian health. One of the biggest things we know that affects sleep is using any kind of electronics before bedtime. 

   So, I encourage you to start your day with a nice morning of exercise, whether it's a nice walk outside followed by a workout video in bright light!