Better than melatonin—and free
If your mind races at night or your jaw clenches in your sleep, stretching before bed could be your secret weapon. When you stretch, you activate your parasympathetic nervous system—the part responsible for rest and digestion. It gently tells your body: “We’re safe. Let’s relax now.”
Pair that with soft lighting, slow breathing, and this sequence:
The 5-Minute Wind-Down:
• Seated forward fold – releases spine and hamstrings
• Supine twist – melts lower back tension
• Legs up the wall – drains stress from your system
Add a few deep breaths, and you’ll sleep deeper—and wake up less wired.