{"id":67,"date":"2018-08-11T16:41:37","date_gmt":"2018-08-11T16:41:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sleeping.guide\/?p=67"},"modified":"2023-06-20T09:21:26","modified_gmt":"2023-06-20T13:21:26","slug":"sleep-in-better-position","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sleeping.guide\/sleep-in-better-position\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Sleep In A Better Position – Tonight!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Waking yourself up by snoring, feeling pain in odd places, or just not getting a good sleep? It may be your sleeping position. The position we sleep in is naturally different for everyone, but it really does matter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With some conscious effort, you can change your sleeping pattern to one that is healthier and will give you a better night’s sleep. There are two important parts – first, making sure your sleeping<\/a> routine is nailed down to prevent any tossing and turning. Then, consciously commit to making that new position work. The right position varies per person and there are some tactics you can use to make it easier. I’ve outlined both and some key sleeping tips in the guide below.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Before we cover how to get yourself to sleep in a better position, let’s talk about what position might be best for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n First, the bad. Sleeping on your stomach is a no-go.<\/span> It places your back and neck in the reverse kind of arch – making it likely you’ll suffer pain in those areas (if you’re thinking “but I don’t right now!” – come back in a few years).<\/p>\n\n\n\n So what are the best positions?<\/strong>\u00a0Overall, laying on your left side in the fetal position (slightly curled up) is the best for your health<\/span>. It’s the best for getting an uninterrupted, good night’s sleep. It’s also great for countering snoring if you do it right. Just make sure you’re not lying with your head at an angle where your airway might be blocked when you’re sleeping (read below for more). In terms of health reasons, the left side, in particular, gives your heart the easiest possible job. Lying on your left side means your heart’s pumping blood downwards, which can add up to a big relief over the hours and hours you sleep. For similar gravity-related reasons, sleeping on your left side is better<\/a> for your spleen, for digestion, and overall blood circulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\nRundown of best position(s) and why<\/h3>\n\n\n\n