As 2015 gets into full swing, CPAPCentral.com encourages you to review your pre-sleep routine and use these tips to kick off the New Year fully rested!

For some people, restful sleep comes naturally. However, for others, restful sleep seems more like a wishful dream. Sleep is an important part of our daily routine, and if our body does not get enough sleep, we tend to feel the effects the next morning. What you may not know is losing sleep over a long period of time can also increase risks for disorders like depression, chronic stress, and cognitive impairment among others. CPAPCentral.com offers the following tips to find a full year of restful sleep!

Fully Rested Tip #1: Have consistent sleep times: Going to bed and waking up at the same time every day, even on weekends, can help condition your body for consistent sleep patterns. Having a natural sleep pattern can provide better sleep, and a more alert morning.

Fully Rested Tip #2: Wake up with the sun: Natural sunlight or a bright light in the morning can help keep your circadian rhythms on track. Also, limit your exposure to bright light in the evening.

Fully Rested Tip #3: Exercise regularly: Exercising helps to burn excess energy as well as reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. Be careful though, exercising too close to bedtime can actually make sleep more difficult.

Fully Rested Tip #4: Assess your bedroom: Ensure your sleeping environment is cool, dark, and free from any disrupting noises. If you notice any other distractions, such as a bed partner’s snoring, you may want to consider consistent noise from a fan, humidifier, or “white noise” machine. Keep in mind snoring can be part of sleep apnea. If your bed partner’s breathing is not consistent, advise them to see a doctor or visit a sleep lab for sleep apnea screening.

Better sleep may help with your 2015 New Year’s resolutions by giving you a better outlook and more energy! If you try all of these tips and your sleep has not improved, consult your doctor as additional conditions like sleep apnea may be affecting your sleep. If diagnosed with sleep apnea, visit CPAPCentral.com to browse our selection of CPAP machines and CPAP masks or Live Chat with one of our CPAP Experts for additional advice.