Stay in rhythm

In these times of crisis, many people find it difficult to establish a suitable daily routine. Some also find it harder than usual to sleep.
We take thoughts to bed that keep us awake, worrying about ourselves and our loved ones. The balance provided by exercise is often missing, and our usual daily structure is turned upside down.

This makes healthy, restful sleep all the more important for our bodies and our immune systems. That’s why our recommendation is: Stay in rhythm—your body loves regularity.

The human biological clock proves this: every organ works at a set time, regularly and tirelessly.

If you’re currently struggling with sleep problems, it’s best to go to bed at the same time every night. Ideally, you should also wake up at the same time—even on Sundays, even if it’s tempting to sleep in a little longer.

How long should you actually sleep? It’s best to calculate in 90-minute increments. During this time, our body goes through a so-called sleep cycle. It needs this time to move from the light sleep phase to the deep sleep phase and also to go through a dream phase. Count four or five of these 90-minute intervals from the time you fall asleep, and you’ll find the optimal time to wake up. Otherwise, you might wake up in the middle of deep sleep simply because you set your alarm “wrong.”

Give it a try: Sleep for six or seven and a half hours—or even nine hours if you like. You’ll feel how much sleep your body needs. Get used to a consistent rhythm; your internal clock will thank you! Stay healthy and well-rested!