In his new e-book »Lockdown Sleeping Into New Normal Guidelines« (German: Guidelines for Lockdown Sleeping in a New Normal), Nick Littlehales, the sleep coach of international top athletes, offers helpful tips to maintain restful sleep even in difficult times.
Corona, quarantine, lockdown - a challenge for sleep
The past months have fundamentally changed our daily lives. We spend more time at home than ever before, while the news is full of measures that, between easing restrictions and long-term consequences, will continue to turn our daily lives upside down. Our work is also changing sustainably, from overload in system-relevant jobs, to sudden long-term home office, to short-time work or even fears about livelihood.
The situation is stressful for many of us. Between social distancing, constant news updates, and being at home all the time, it becomes difficult to relax. This often also affects sleep, which is urgently needed for mental recovery, especially in uncertain and stressful times.
The renowned sleep coach Nick Littlehales addresses this topic in his new e-book »Lockdown Sleeping Into New Normal Guidelines« and presents helpful strategies on how we can continue to get healthy sleep even in this new everyday situation - and what advantages quarantine might even offer for sleep. Because one thing is certain: Corona will be with us for a long time, and we need to adjust our behavior - including our sleep habits.
Healthy sleep during lockdown
Some exciting aspects from Nick Littlehales' new e-book »Lockdown Sleeping Into New Normal Guidelines«:
- R90 Technique: Those who are already familiar with Nick Littlehales know the R90 technique, which gives us the freedom to divide sleep into multiple units throughout the day by sleeping in 90-minute cycles. This is more in line with the nature of humans than sleeping five cycles consecutively at night. Compared to a strict workday, quarantine time gives us the opportunity to try this approach and test whether it makes us feel more rested and productive.
- Owl or lark: There are different so-called chronotypes, early risers or night owls – and of course many intermediate forms. Our normal daily routine often forces us to follow a certain rhythm that does not match our personal chronotype. The lockdown can therefore be an opportunity to plan your day according to your inner rhythm.
- Social Tech Distancing: Not only social contacts should be limited. Constant updates from news and reports often rob us of our rest and promote worries and fears. However, we can try to distance ourselves from this through moderate news consumption, meditation, and targeted mental relaxation.
Among other topics, it takes a closer look at the sleep environment, the influence of light on sleep, and the importance of fresh air and mental rest breaks. Nick Littlehales’ e-book is now available online.
About Nick Littlehales
The renowned sleep coach has been advising international top athletes and elite sportspeople like Cristiano Ronaldo and the Manchester United team since the 1990s on the best sleep strategies. Watch his appearance at the famous TED Talks.
He is also the author of the bestseller »SLEEP Sleep Like the Pros«. In cooperation with Third of Life, he developed the innovative travel pillow »re-charge« – the 2-in-1 talent for home and on the go. In our video series #NickOnSleep, the sleep coach also shares sleep tips on various topics.
About Third of Life
Third of Life is backed by sleep experts with many years of experience who want to help you sleep better. In close collaboration with sleep researchers and based on studies from science and practice, we develop functional sleep products, from nightwear to pillows and duvets to mattress protectors, to improve the special third of our lives: sleep. In our magazine, we also provide helpful tips and recommendations for restful nights.
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