Why sleep is so healthy & you should swap the hammock for the bed more often

The sun shines in through the window. A new dey begins. But somehow the body does't want to get going. Instead, we feel weak and lacking in energie. This is the case for many in Austria, because according to a study, 8% of Austrians suffer from chronic insomnia. But even all thosewho mostly sleep go through phases at some point in their lives in wich it is difficult for them to come to rest and they feel exhausted the next morning. The most common causes of sleep disorder include psychosocial problems, illnesses, drugs and medication, bresthing disorders or a suboptimal sleeping enviroment and poor sleeping habits. The good news: you can influence a lot of it yourselfand thus change it. in the following we'll tell you why sleep is so important to us andwhy you should swap the hammock for the bed every now and then.

No life without sleep

Our lives are turbulent when we are awake. Countless sensory impressionspound on us, we learn new things, practice different activities, maintain interpersonal contacts, explore our limits or even grow beyond ourselves. But teh other side of the coin isjust as important: namely the time we spend asleep. How much sleep each person needs varies from individual to individual. Some are awake and full of energie after six hours, others could easily sleep ten hours or more. Regardless wether you are an early bird or dormouse, the fact is: sleep is essential for survival. We not only need it to relax, but also to process the impressions and information we have gathered. In order to do this successfully, the body has its hands full, even at night. Shortly after falling asleep, the organism gradually shuts down its system. Blood pressure and heart rate drop. At the same time, the brain's neural network regenerates. Everything we have seen, felt, heard and learned during the day can be consolidated and is stored in our memory. As if you were transferring the files from a USP stick to the hard drive. The next day we have an empty stick available again, which can be filled with new experiences. Growth hormonesare also released during sleep, the metabolism is boosted and the immune system is strengthened. Conversely, this means: If we sleep poorley over a longer period of time, we must reckon with health problems. For example the ability to concentrate and the ability to react decrease. In addition, many serious physical and mental illnesses such as cardiovascular disease or depression can develop. But how exactly can sleep be improved?

Take a close look at sleeping habits

One possibility is to take a closer look at your sleeping habits. For example, it can be helpful to go to bed and get up at the same time whenever possible in order to support the body in its sleep-wake circle. Rituals have also proven their worth. A cup of tea, a short walk in the evening or meditation before going to bed can signal the organism that it is now time to prepare for the night. Also, shortly before going to bed, avoid electronic devices and food that stimulates tha body. These include, for example, alcohol, nicotine, sweets and particularly hearty or fried foods that are demanding on the body. And finally, the hammock can also improve sleep - regardless of wether it is indoors or outdoors. Because studies prove: Sleeping in a hammock is healthy.

To sleep in the hammock

The maya and Inca sworeby hammocks hundreds of years ago - this is where the history of these sleeping places began. Today, hammocks are no longer used only for sleeping, but are oases of calm for reading, seating for playing or everyday sweeteners for daydreaming. Nevertheless, it is worthwhile to swap the bed for the hammock every now and then. The reason: According th a Swiss study, the slight rocking movements can promote sleep and have a positive effect on the quality of sleep. It is important to note that the hammock has to be properly stretched so that you that you don't lie in it like a banana, but rather that the fabric optimally encloses the spine and the rest of the body.It is therefore advisable to sleep in the hammock at a slight angle or diagonally. Basically: The tighter the mat is streched, the harder you lie. So attach the hammock in such a way that it optimally suits our sleeping habits. Sleeping in the hammock has other advantages: If you use the mild nights in summer to spend the night outside in a outdoor hammock, you will benefit from the thin fabric. If you want to do this even in cooler temperatures, you can also equip the hammock with a sleeping mat, tarp or any cozy inserts. Make sure you have a weatherproof hammockthat defies all weather conditions. At CHICO you will not only find hammocks made of cotton, but also those made of polyester. In addition, we produce the individual sleeping places in many different colors. So now it's up to you to choose the right hammock for sleeping.