Don't let poor circulation keep you from getting a good night's rest. Check out the ways you can improve your circulation and your sleep!

<p>Many things can affect your sleep, and poor circulation is just one of them. Experiencing muscle cramps, pain, tingling or numbness in your hands or feet, and lethargy is no fun. And dealing with it as you sleep isn't any better.</p>
<p>There are steps you can take to minimize the effects and keep it from affecting your sleep. Don't resign yourself to being tired &mdash; check out these helpful tips!</p>
<h2>1. Take a walk</h2>
<p>While physical exercise is good for your overall health, it is also perfect for improving your circulation. And you don't have to do anything strenuous &mdash; just go for a light stroll! Walking will help increase the blood flow to your feet, legs, and the rest of your body.</p>
<p><img alt="Did you know that taking a walk can help improve circulation? And it&rsquo;s not just your legs that feel the benefits, your entire body wins." height="400" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_canada/CAN_Matt_Improve-Circulation_1.jpg" title="CAN_Matt_Improve-Circulation_1.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>By walking, you're contracting the veins in your legs, which helps your blood flow easier and reduces the pressure. Plus, as a bonus, those endorphins can help you relax before going to sleep!</p>
<h2>2. Stretch it out</h2>
<p>If you don't have the time for a whole exercise routine, you can also try simple stretches to get your blood moving. You can even stretch as you sit down instead of standing up straight &mdash; either way, you'll help carry oxygen and white blood cells in and around your body. Yoga is particularly beneficial because it helps calm your mind and your body, but other stretches you can do include:</p>
<ul>
<li>Leg lifts</li>
<li>Ankle pumps</li>
<li>Leg elevation against a wall</li>
<li>Sit-to-stand reps</li>
<li>Squats</li>
<li>Ankle rotations as you sit</li>
</ul>
<h2>3. Keep 'em up high</h2>
<p>A classic tip to help blood circulation is elevating your legs. When you raise your legs, gravity does the work of moving your blood down to your heart and then your extremities. You can invest in a foot pillow or just bundle up a <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="/catalog/comforters">comforter</a></span></strong> when you sleep.</p>
<p>But the best way to elevate your legs and maintain your comfort is with an <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><a href="/catalog/adjustable-beds">adjustable bed</a></strong></span>. With an adjustable base, you can quickly raise your legs whenever you need and move the head portion if you want to read or watch TV. That way you can always be comfortable, no matter your position.</p>
<p><img alt="Not only will massages relieve muscle pain, they also help your body's blood flow." height="400" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_canada/CAN_Matt_Improve-Circulation_2.jpg" title="CAN_Matt_Improve-Circulation_2.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<h2>4. The healing power of massage</h2>
<p>If you've ever had tingling or pain in your extremities, you know that massing it helps a lot. That's because massage triggers a vascular response that allows your body to relax. Not only will it relieve muscle pain, but it also opens up your body's blood flow for several days after. So, even if you massage one spot, your whole body will benefit from improved circulation.</p>
<h2>5. Get into position</h2>
<p>How you sleep is very important for several reasons. But chief among those reasons is how your sleep position affects your circulation. If you sleep with your arms above your head or don't have your neck and spine aligned, you can negatively affect your circulation and your sleep.</p>
<p>By changing your position, you help prevent compressing your lungs or other organs and negatively impacting your blood flow. Instead, try:</p>
<ul>
<li>Sleeping on your left side to make it easier for blood to flow in and around your heart.</li>
<li>Keeping your arms at your sides instead of under or behind your head.</li>
<li>Making sure your pillow supports your neck and spine and keeps them neutrally aligned.</li>
</ul>
<p><img alt="In that moment when you need to power through and feel your best, a good night&rsquo;s sleep is your best ally." height="400" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_canada/CAN_Matt_Improve-Circulation_3.jpg" title="CAN_Matt_Improve-Circulation_3.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>Improving your circulation does more than make it easier to sleep; it improves your day-to-day, too. And as you make changes to your lifestyle, make sure you have a top-notch sleeping solution that lets you drift into the clouds. But if your <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><a href="/catalog/mattresses">mattress</a></strong></span> has seen better days or you finally want to upgrade to an <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><a href="/catalog/adjustable-beds">adjustable bed</a></strong></span>, we have you covered!</p>
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