The benefits of napping — 3 things to know

According to the Indiana Spine Group, taking a mid-afternoon nap can be beneficial to your brain, your muscles, and especially your back.

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Here are three things to know:

 

1. Different amounts of sleep can help in different areas and different ways. For instance, lying down for half-an-hour promotes physical wellbeing and improves your mood and memory. A 20 minute nap can sharpen your senses and revitalize you, and a 10 minute one can leave you feeling more cheerful.

 

2. Support your neck with a good pillow when sleeping, and be sure to lie down on a comfortable mattress or couch.

 

3. When napping, the muscles in the back get a chance to relax and de-stress mid-day, which helps with spine flexibility and muscle resilience, as well as providing helpful benefits to the neck.

 

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