We all know this feeling: as soon as we are back in front of the computer after the lunch break, we hear the eyes that are about to close. In these cases, it would be perfect to be able to give an afternoon nap. And reading the article you will also discover the reasons why it is even advisable.
Daily work can generate stress and tiredness. When the tasks to be performed are followed one after another without pause, the concentration tends to decrease during the day. Especially in the afternoon, there are many people who experience a decline in performance and dream of a comfortable bed. The power nap, so today is called the afternoon nap, can be of great help. The Swiss Office for the Prevention of Accidents (UPI) also advises him in case of fatigue.
The power nap consists of sleeping for 15 or 30 minutes at most. The duration of rest should not be prolonged to avoid entering into a state of deep sleep from which it would be much more difficult to awaken. It is advisable to aim an alarm and do some stretching exercises upon awakening.
The power nap increases performance, reduces stress and puts in a good mood. Attention and memory improve. The short regenerating nap is also positively reflected on health and in particular, protects the cardiovascular system.
Important: the power nap cannot replace night sleep, whose hours should not, therefore, be reduced.
Many people find it difficult to sleep during the day. However, it is possible to practice to be able to fall asleep.
• Prepare yourself mentally for the power nap and relax your tongue and jaw. With this technique, the flow of thoughts is interrupted.
• Look for a suitable environment and a convenient location. In this way, you intensify the effect of the power nap and the muscles relax.
• Darken the environment or otherwise, if the place does not allow it, wear masks to sleep.
• Take care to avoid any kind of noise or noise. For many people, a great help is relaxation music.
• Try the 3-3-6 breathing method: inhale from the nose for about three seconds and hold the breath for about three seconds at the abdominal level, then gently expel the air for six seconds through the mouth. Changing your breathing automatically changes your heart rate.
