SECRETS FOR BEATING INSOMNIA

Secrets for Beating Insomnia

1- Get to SLEEP by 10:30 p.m. , going to bed at 10:30 and falling asleep at 11 defeats the purpose of the whole thing.

2-Minimize your exposure to bright light bulbs for at least 2hres before going to bed. If you cannot dim the lights try installing low wattage light bulbs.

3-Sleep in a room that is completely dark.

4- Avoid consuption of ANY STIMULANTS (caffeine,sugar or nicotine) after lunch. If you have a hard time sleeping avoid desserts wihich can contain Alcohol, sugar or caffeine

5-Eat by your metabolic type and and beware of desserts in the evening which will results in disrupting the sleep cycle.

6-Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated so the body does not produce Cortisol while sleeping and wake you up in the night.

7-Exercise! It does help some people sleep better at night. Be aware not to do it too late before going to be bed. Increased cortisol level will disrupt sleeping patterns. (Cardio incl.)

8-All electrical devices should be away from your resting Area!!!!!!!!!!

9-Power naps ARE AMAZING FOR RECOVERY!!!!

Remember that sleep is important and you should respect your body at all times:

The sleep cycle works in waves so for all of you, here are all the best hours to feel good and complete each wave without waking up feeling dizzy: 2,3,5,7,8 hours of sleep

If your sleep is off and you need an Anti-Cortisol:

Tudor Bomba suggest: 1-500mg of vit C, 400iu of vit E and 4mg of Zinc

                                 2- Bcaa before workout and 30min in the workout

                                   3-Glutamine or Taurine: Depending on the level of overtraining                   

Thank you for reading this news letter and Good luck on your way to better health

Patrick Gravel, Le Fitness Fix

Chek Coach Specialist, Personal Trainer ;University Mcgill Certified

Biotonix Posture Specialist

NLCoach Level 1