Saturday, July 2, 2011

The Exercise and Sleep Connection

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By Jennipher Walters, http://www.FitBottomedGirls.com/

We all know how great a good night’s rest can leave us feeling, but did you know that proper rest and high-quality sleep can also improve your workouts and help keep you at a healthy body weight? It's true! According to the National Sleep Foundation, sleep is essential for a person’s health and well-being, although, unfortunately, reports show that catching zzz’s has become a luxury rather than a priority for many of us. Sad face.
The good news is that studies suggest that regular exercise helps you fall asleep faster, sleep longer and wake up less frequently during the night. In fact, just 20 minutes of exercise a day can help you when it comes to sleep. Here are some other fun facts from the exercise experts at Life Fitness about how getting beauty rest can actually impact your workout.
5 Ways That Exercise Affects Sleep, More.....Shine at Yahoo

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