Find your comfy spot in a new bed or chair
ENJOYING a good night’s sleep isn’t always so easy, easy especially as we get older. Worries, eating or drinking too much in the evening and not sticking to a bedtime routine can all throw our sleep pattern out of kilter, says the Sleep Council.
If your mind is often still racing at bedtime, write down worries or jobs that need to be tackled, to clear your mind for sleep, knowing that you will deal with them in the morning instead.
And the advice is also to avoid eating too much in the evening and to limit alcohol and caffeine, which reduce sleep quality.
The key tip is to invest in a comfortable, supportive bed. What you lie on plays a huge part in how well you sleep. So if your mattress is seven years old or more, more sags or feel lumpy, or if it is too small, it’s time to buy a new one.
An adjustable bed can be one of the most supportive and restful options, as it will allow you to get into a more comfortable position. Those with swollen legs or poor circulation may find that being able to raise their feet gives them less swelling, so that it’s easier to carry out daily tasks the next morning.
For people with breathing problems, chest problems or backache, just being able to raise the upper body at a slight angle can allow them to enjoy a more comfortable night’s sleep.
A RISER recliner chair should be like your favourite pair of shoes — supercomfortable. supercomfortable Shoes are often adaptable, adaptable with Velcro straps — and a chair should be too, with infinite settings allowing you to find a position that’s just right for you.
Finding that sweet spot can bring welcome positional relief from aches and pains. Looks are very important, of course. But like a good pair of shoes, the fit must be right.
The correct seat depth, height, width and footrest position are all essential to your comfort, so look for a chair from a company that provides a full range of sizes or does made-to-measure.
Find the right chair and you can look forward to being able to relax on it for years to come — your happy place.