You don’t need us to tell you that exercise is good for one’s health. Public health campaigns and high school gym teachers have been hammering home that message for years. But fewer people realize exercise can offer distinct perks at different stages of life. Regular physical activity offers people in their golden years a host
Around the world, millions of adults share a bed with a partner. Particularly in the Western part of the globe, sleeping in the same bed is so common that couples rarely even consider alternatives. For some couples, the normalization of bed-sharing works out just fine. In fact, research suggests there are several benefits of sleeping with a
Though the coronavirus pandemic seemed to be tapering off just a few short months ago, the rise in the Omicron variant has led to millions of infections in the United States each week. If you or someone you know has had or currently has COVID-19, you’re probably aware of the many and varied symptoms. Most
From canceled trips and weddings to new routines of mask-wearing and hand-washing, the Covid-19 pandemic has thrown our lives out of whack. And perhaps nothing has been more affected than the way we work. Per the U.S. Census Bureau, more than a third of U.S. households reported working from home more often since the pandemic
In the Gregorian Calendar, January 1 marks the start of a new year. In countries that observe it, it’s known as a festive time full of celebrations. It’s also a time to reflect on the year past and the changes we might want to make going forward. These changes are often referred to as New
Non-24 Hour Sleep Wake Disorder is a condition in which an individual’s internal body clock, also known as circadian rhythm, will not coincide with a 24-hour day. This means the person won’t feel tired at the same time each night (like most people do) and could find themselves falling asleep later and later, without regard
It’s that time of year again! Where the temperature’s going down, and so are the prices. If you’ve got lots of people on your gift list, but aren’t sure where to start, rest easy! We’ve taken the time to compile some of our favorite sleep gifts (even with a coupon or two) just for you.
Mattress Firm, the well-known Houston-based mattress retailer, launched its “Unjunk Your Sleep” campaign during the opening ceremonies of the Summer Olympics last month. Actor Liev Schreiber headlines in the campaign, announcing, “We’ve got a problem, America. Junk sleep.” Mattress Firm’s goal? To rid people of the morning haziness and “out of it” feeling they get
The Covid-19 pandemic has transformed people’s daily lives, disrupted entire economies and societies, and provoked rapid change in virtually every industry. As a result, the past sixteen months or so have been characterized by rapid, large-scale change—a trend that’s incredibly visible in today’s mattress market. Ample research suggests people’s lives have been altered down to
Not everyone has the luxury of working regular, traditional hours. An estimated 15 million Americans, from nurses to skilled tradespeople, are required to take unusual shifts; these may include graveyard shifts, early morning shifts, or shifts that rotate throughout the week. Working such irregular hours can have a significant impact on the body’s ability to
This month, ReST Performance announced its decision to partner with sleep technology start-up BedJet and offer customers the ability to add temperature control technology to the ReST Bed’s already existing list of smart capabilities. BedJet’s technology works via its climate control system, which funnels a stream of air into the customer’s bed in between a
Floyd, a home goods brand known for creating modular furniture and accessories for every room, has developed its own mattress. The 10″ tall mattress features a hybrid design, including graphite-infused memory foam and a 6″ individual pocketed coil system. Floyd Co-Founder and CEO, Kyle Hoff, told Mattress Clarity that the company’s decision to make their