According to a study done by a team of scientists, they found out that nearly one in three people are today facing sleep disorders. Bodybuilding legend who transformed the whole industry and won seven Mr. Olympia titles, Arnold Schwarzenegger, has never missed a chance to share the importance of sleep. In his recent newsletter, Arnold’s Pump Club, he shared not only the importance of sleep but also tips on how to improve it. 

The Austrian Oak started by sharing the amount of sleep a person needs to stay healthy. According to the legend, one should at least sleep for six hours. But if you want to witness maximum health benefits, you need to sleep for between seven and nine hours. As his usual self, Arnie shared a study performed on 2000 participants. The researchers found that those who didn’t get enough sleep were more likely to have hardened arteries, and the list continues. But he’s not here to scare anyone. “The first rule of sleep: get a similar amount of rest each night,” said Schwarzenegger.

The next reason he highlighted is a very common mistake most people make when choosing the wrong mattress. “New research suggests that having a slightly cooler mattress can make it easier to fall asleep and lead to higher-quality rest,” said Arnie. Not only can mattresses affect your sleep, but the timing of your last meal can affect it drastically. Schwarzenegger suggested having your last meal two hours before bedtime. This lets you sleep through the night without waking up and have a generally better quality of sleep.

The Terminator star also shared an “Ideal Pre-Bed Snack.” Scientists found that eating enough fiber before sleep enhances sleep quality. The Austrian Oak explained, “Research suggests for every 10 grams of fiber you eat, you have four fewer sleep disruptions per hour of sleep.” The seven-time Mr. Olympia also emphasized the importance of having a consistent bedtime. 

“According to researchers, maintaining an irregular sleep schedule can lead to a shorter life. This is similar to the first rule of sleep, but it’s not just about how much time you spend sleeping; it’s the consistency of when you shut down each night.,” stated Schwarzenegger. The researchers also found that sleeping irregularly leads to atherosclerosis. 

The Austrian Oak advised, “Don’t alter the amount you sleep each night on the weekends by more than 2 hours.” There is one more common mistake you need to fix before you get a good night’s sleep. “Research suggests that sleeping with the TV on can also potentially cause health issues, disrupt your metabolism, and influence weight gain,” added Schwarzenegger. Along with the tips to improve your sleep, he also shared the benefits of a good night’s sleep.

Proper sleep reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases says Arnold Schwarzenegger

Schwarzenegger explained that getting proper and consistent sleep can increase longevity. Many studies found that sleeping quality predicts the rest of your life. Scientists found that those who slept properly increased their lives by five years. It decreased the chance of getting cardiovascular disease by 21% and cancer by 20%. Proper sleep helps you build more muscles and lose fat, as well. 

Scientists did a study on 68,000 participants, and the results were surprising. The under-slept group gained five pounds and was 15% closer to getting overweight when compared to the seven-hour group. Schwarzenegger also suggested that a good night’s sleep can reduce the risk of hypertension and save you from a stroke. 

This is not the first time Arnold Schwarzenegger has emphasized the importance of a good night’s sleep and gave tips for it. After reading these tips, will you follow them to attain the benefits? Let us know in the comments.