One Thing You Need To Do To Stay Fit, Young, and Happy

The startling sound of our alarms each morning can sometimes cause us to moan and groan as we get up to take on the day. Rubbing the idea of sleep out of our eyes and looking out the window to question why we are awake, even when the sun isn't.

It is common knowledge that we need enough sleep to function properly and to rid ourselves of bags under our eyes. Yet many are not aware of how lack of sleep will affect your fitness routine. I narrowed it down to three major benefits that'll keep you fit, young, and happy!

Getting enough sleep:

DECREASES HUNGER

Have you ever went to bed hungry? If you get a full night's sleep, you will wake up without a feeling of hunger. While you sleep, you body balances out hunger controlling hormones. In 2011, CNN did a study and found that people who get less than the required amount of sleep eat an average 329 more calories than a fully rested individual. This indicates a strong link between lack of sleep and weight gain. So forget the midnight snack and sleep.

KEEPS YOUR SKIN YOUNG

Huffington Post did a research article on the outcomes of lack of sleep. One of the major things that came up in their study was the lack of elasticity found in the skin of individuals who did not get enough sleep. In other words, those who did not get sufficient rest aged faster. To read more of that article, click here.

BOOST YOUR MOOD

We all know that feeling when we don't get enough sleep. You know, the word defined as grumpy? Lack of sleep can cause us to be angry, short-tempered, and stressed. Getting enough sleep will increase our ability to be happier and see the good. I am not saying getting enough sleep will eliminate stress completely. I think we all know better than that. However, Getting enough sleep each night can help us reduce the level of stress we experience, thus increasing our happiness. If you are having a hard time getting to sleep at a good hour, click here for my daily tips to help you accomplish that.

Well there are just three reasons to start getting to bed at a good time! Let me know in the comments below what you think or share how sleep or lack thereof has helped you.