Here’s why a good night’s sleep is key to avoiding illness and staying healthy Updates about the coronavirus have been dominating headlines and conversations for the last few weeks. From regular handwashing to self-isolation, we’re all taking steps to reduce our risk of contracting the virus or passing it on to others. When it comes […]
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Mar
Mar
March is National Bed Month, so we’re getting back to basics with getting a good night’s sleep Getting a good night’s sleep is a daily challenge for many of us. According to the National Sleep Foundation, 16% of UK adults sleep less than six hours per night, while a further 19% sleep for between six […]
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Feb
Feb
For some of us, waking up in the middle of the night occurs as regularly as clockwork. But why, and what can you do to change it? Whether you wake up with a start or groggily return to focus, waking up through the night is the norm for many of us. However, simply waking up […]
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Feb
Feb
Whether you’re embracing the spirit of St Valentine in February or not, couples struggling to get decent shut-eye may well want to consider a sleep divorce In films and television we’re bombarded with scenes of loving couples falling asleep wrapped up in each other’s arms. But anyone who shares a bed with their significant other […]
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Feb
Feb
As a former first-class cricketer and current Kent CCC bowling coach, Jahid Ahmed knows just how important staying fit, healthy and fresh can be to athletic performance. We spoke to Jahid as he took delivery of his new Mammoth Rise Essential mattress and Ultimate pillows to talk sleep, health and fast bowling. Hi Jahid, How […]
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Jan
Many of us report feeling less energised and more sluggish during the winter months, so what can you do to boost your motivation? Whether your call it the ‘January Blues’ or a ‘winter slump’, we all know that this time of year can leave us feeling less than energised. The weather is cold, the mornings […]
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Jan
Jan
You might be cutting out the booze or hitting the gym this January, but you should also be assessing your sleep With the festive season officially over, many of us are hoping to make a few positive lifestyle changes to mark the start of a New Year. Unfortunately, research from business insider reveals that 80% […]
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Most education professionals are up and planning their day by 6am, according to new reports
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Dec
Dec
Research also shows that two thirds are only achieving six hours sleep per night The latest study from the UK’s leading independent job board, CV-Library, reveals the struggles faced by education professionals when it comes to getting a decent night’s sleep. According to the study, 83.1% of education professionals wake up at 6am or earlier […]
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Dec
Dec
Recent research suggests that blue light may not be the primary source of your tiredness and sleep deprivation In the modern world, digital dominates. One study published in The Independent in 2018 found that UK office workers spend an average of 1,700 hours a year looking at a computer screen. And because of this, […]
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Nov
Nov
How do you maintain a healthy relationship with sleep when your career involves a hectic, ever-changing schedule? According to the National Sleep Foundation, we should all be aiming for between seven and eight hours of sleep per night. However, for a lot of us, our careers make this impossible. This is particularly true for shift […]