Every night's a gamble. You do whatever you can to sleep tight, power up, and prepare for the next day. But sometimes the balance is off. You're too hot. You're restless. Insomnia haunts you like a ghost. And then, when you're up, you're up. The zzzzs are behind you. Tomorrow will be an eight cup of coffee day.
How about giving yourself better odds? In a new video, New York Magazine's "Science of Us" blog gives one handy tip to better ensure smooth slumbering. Turns out, when it's time for bed, your top priority needs to be your feet. That arch-and-toes is like your body's on-board thermostat. To lull yourself to sleep each night, the key is to cool down your feet. Stick'em out from under your covers and science does the rest. For a more detailed explanation, check out the animated video above.
For more involved sleeping tactics, try these meditation secrets.
