6 Tips for Better Sleep
1. Stick to a sleep schedule Set aside no more than eight hours for sleep. The recommended amount of sleep for a healthy adult is at least seven hours. Most people don’t need more than eight hours in bed to be well rested. Go to bed and get up at the same time every day, […]
Get a Better Night’s Sleep: The Magic of Melatonin
“Sleep is overrated.” How often have you heard or perhaps even said those words? We are busy people. We need to get things done. We need to exercise early, work long and late and play hard at this game of life. Lack of sleep is the honorable badge of busy and successful people. It may […]
Sleep Apnea – Know Before You Go for Your DOT Physical
Do you snore? Do you wake up feeling tired? You may be suffering from sleep apnea. Good sleep is critical for your health. A good night’s sleep consists of 4 to 5 sleep cycles. Each cycle includes deep sleep and rapid eye movement (REM) sleep. As the night goes on, the portion of that cycle […]
Combatting Tiredness and Fatigue
It’s no surprise that Americans struggle to get the recommended minimum amount of sleep. In fact, a recent study showed that 15% of women and 10% of men indicated that they generally feel tired throughout their days. Worse, 1 in 25 drivers fall asleep while driving. (CDC, 2018). Though these findings are problematic, there are […]
Why is Sleep So Important?
The importance of obtaining a regular sleeping pattern is often questioned among professional drivers, mainly because working in this industry means an unnatural work schedule, and therefore an irregular sleeping schedule. How do I set a schedule if I’m always driving? How can I make myself sleep longer at night? These are all very common […]
The Art of Napping
Napping can be used as a way to combat sleepiness and fatigue. Naps aren’t for everyone, but there are a few benefits to be had from taking them. There are a few different napping styles to know about, but be aware that some people experience negative effects associated with napping and it may not be […]