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A military technique allows you to fall asleep effectively in a few minutes

Sleeping well is essential to maintaining good health and yet the reality of the French is far from enviable. A study conducted by Bultex in 2018 reveals that one in three French people suffers from sleep disorders and that 90% of us wake up in the middle of the night for various reasons. To remedy the problem, you can always follow certain advice given by science, in particular eating very specific foods before going to bed, staying awake if the need arises or even making love.

There is now a concrete alternative whose legitimacy is assured since it is a method that would be used by the American army to keep soldiers alert by preventing fatigue from being felt and to help them recover. fall asleep in the shambles. It was shared in a 1981 book (Relax and Win:Championship Performance ) but recently gained attention after the culture site Joe.co.uk devoted an article to it.

An effective routine for 96% of people

This perfected technique would be effective for 96% of people after 6 weeks of daily practice. Open your peepers (it's the case to say it!), it can be useful!

1. Lie down and relax your facial muscles, including your tongue, jaw and the muscles around your eyes.

2. Relax your shoulders by lowering them as much as possible. Relax each arm, moving them up and down, one at a time.

3. Exhale, relax the muscles in your torso, then your legs, starting with your thighs, calves, then feet.

4. Take 10 seconds to clear your mind and then think of one of the following images:

  • – You are lying in a canoe on a peaceful lake with a big blue sky above you
  • – You are lying in a black velvet hammock in a room in total darkness
  • – Repeat “Think of nothing, think of nothing, think of nothing” for 10 seconds

Pretty simple, right? It is recalled that poor sleep can lead to heart problems, a high risk of diabetes, increased blood pressure or mental disorders related to obesity. Come on, let's try tonight!