The Best Sleep Position For Your Health

Could switching your sleep position be the secret to better sleep?

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[khalilahd.]

I’m always on my side in the fetal position 😂 I try to sleep differently but I always end up in the same position

[ZaidAws]

I have slept on my stomach my entire life, now I have a small spinal curvature, nothing dangerous but definitely causes pain especially after a long day.

[SirMorak]

Best position to fall asleep quickly for me is on my stomach, no pillow, head turned. But I also like the back position, no pillow, military style.
But in the end, I'm moving a lot during the night so I guess I do all positions ^^

[Sagatta]

Great video.
Do what's comfy and sound!
When I have lost sleep and wanna nap I always wanna lie on my chest.
However just like she describes - don't twist the neck too far.
I hold up an arm near/under the head to prevent twist/give slight support.

Normally I do a combination of fetal and chest position.
I'll actually lie completely on my left shoulder/back, belly and partially the left arm. (my back is large, T-form)
Cons - Tight trap shoulder and may damage some nerve in my left arm.
Pros - feels fantastic, great airways/flow and supports the back and spine.

I am regularly, daily doing shoulder work/rehab/stretches to mitigate that downside.
One of the most important ones is simply holding up two dumbbells in a max stretch in a passive shoulder press.
Let the weight press down your traps for a deep stretch.
You can also simply sit up straight and literally press/drag down your shoulder with the other arm for the stretch.

Worst position for me is the back.
It can work but rarely the whole night.
Bad airway/flow and the back is crushed.

[DonJorgeRM]

I sleep face down with the pillow on my head 😂 Sooo comfortable

[tashibalampkin]

People who sleep on their back built different. I tried it, I had regrets. 😂

[milesmonacothesequel]

Blud it's not about how much I enjoy the sleep or if I break my back or not, it's about whether I sleep or not

[tashibalampkin]

For me, fetal postion on my side is that girl. It's the one thing that's consistent for me.

[kareng]

Finally the video I was looking for!!! ❤ thank you!

[shannilove]

I slept on my back and started to get sleep paralysis

[Doridantoni]

I thought sleeping on your back was the best for the back and it was not good to bend your legs too much when sleeping on the side

[DanIel-flvc]

I want to be a sleep specialist when I grow up.

[acupof]

Thank you for sharing this useful information 🙏🏽

[aria]

Okay....So from where would i get that blanket😌

[vanshikamukheja]

Guys, Gud Nite Sleep Capsules r the best! No more tired mornings, I’m feeling energetic all day 🌟

[MizukiN]

I always try side position but i literally cant sleep

[ladislavszekeres]

what position should I sleep in when I have problems with my shoulders and back

[introvertedU]

I always sleep in my stomach that’s probably why my back always hurts

[Don_Geee]

Just injured my shoulder side sleeping 🤦🏽‍♂️. I think it frozen 😢 shoulder

[kpie]

I sleep on my stomach without a pillow 😅