Can exercise help us sleep better? Here are four types of exercises to try

Moving your body during the day will help prepare your body and mind for sleep at night.
Aerobic exercise taken five to six hours before sleep can contribute towards a longer, healthier rest.

Aerobic exercise taken five to six hours before sleep can contribute towards a longer, healthier rest.

People with insomnia often endure long, uncomfortable nights without rest, but new research indicates that specific forms of exercise may offer relief.

A team of researchers in China reviewed 22 clinical trials involving 1,348 participants and assessed the impact of 13 different methods on sleep, including seven types of exercise: Yoga, tai chi, walking or jogging, combined aerobic and strength training, strength training alone, aerobic exercise paired with therapy, and various aerobic routines.

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