We all know sleep is incredibly important, but just how important is sleep with regards to soft tissue healing? Although most studies indicate that sleep (or a lack thereof) won’t directly affect tissue recovery, they do suggest that soft tissue damage will place more strain on your metabolic and immune system, which will in turn place a greater need for a productive nights sleep!
Here are 5 tips backed by scientific research that may improve quality of sleep:
-Exercise
-A consistent sleeping schedule
-Melatonin
-Magnesium
-Lavender

If you have trouble sleeping, here is a great article on the subject which explains how to implement the above tips: https://examine.com/nutrition/ten-tips-for-better-sleep/