There's no such thing as sleeping in when you're in the military. With physical training often required every single morning before work, many service members are up and at 'em before our first alarm even goes off.
And while the military certainly isn't perfect when it comes to getting proper sleep -- research shows many soldiers don't get the recommended amount of sleep and some are at risk for sleep disorders thanks to their grueling schedules -- there are some lifestyle habits they engage in on a regular basis that may help prime a person for a proper night's rest.
Thankfully, you don't need to attend boot camp to get in on this bedtime sorcery. Just take note of the military's more positive behaviors below, all of which may help you get better Z's.
Troops are often pushed to the limits when it comes to stress, but they learn to manage it in order to keep performing. If you're having anxious thoughts that are keeping you awake, try one of these tricks to help you better prepare for sleep.
Making the bed is a requirement of those in basic training -- and a habit you should consider adopting as well. You'll thank yourself at the end of the day when climbing into a neat bed instantly sets your mind at ease.
Sitting sedentary behind a computer all day may be causing the aches and pains you feel as you try to fall asleep. Try to move a little bit throughout the course of your workday.
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