Aquatic Fitness and Sleep Enhancement / Insomnia Treatment

Getting enough sleep is essential to our well-being and overall health.  Nonetheless, many people do not get enough sleep or suffer from insomnia and other sleep-related problems. Fortunately, there is hope for people who are chronically sleep-deprived.  Research shows that regular aquatic exercise can minimize or eliminate sleep problems.  If you are looking for a way to get a better night’s sleep or an all-natural insomnia treatment, contact Aquatic Fitness Concepts in San Diego. We provide a range of state-of-the-art aquatic exercise equipment designed to help you get the sleep you need.

The Dangers of Sleep Deprivation

The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) is an independent, non-profit organization that works to improve public health through research on sleep-related issues.  According to one NSF study:

Approximately 60 percent of adults report having sleep problems at least a few nights every week.

More than 40 percent of adults report daytime drowsiness severe enough to impair their effectiveness at daily activities at least a few days each month.

Millions of people struggle to remain alert on the job, at home, at school, and on the road.  Tragically, driver inattention due to a lack of sleep results in more than 100,000 highway collisions, resulting in 71,000 injuries and 1,500 deaths in the U.S. alone.

Sleep-Enhancing Benefits of Aquatic Exercise

The NSF reports that physical activity can be a boon for quality sleep, especially when done regularly.  In addition, people who exercise regularly fall asleep more quickly than people who don’t.

As an added benefit, soaking in a warm bath or swim spa before bed can smooth the transition into deeper sleep.  Research suggests that this may be related to the body’s temperature drop that occurs after right after soaking in warm or hot water.  This temperature shift signals to the body that it’s time to fall asleep.  The inherently relaxing properties of buoyancy promote a sense of tranquility, relieve pressure on the joints and muscles, and create the sensation of weightlessness, properties that some experts believe promote sleep.

Unlike prescription and over-the-counter sleep aids, alcohol, and other depressants, aquatic fitness is a completely natural insomnia treatment.  It does not cause grogginess, dependency, headaches, or other adverse side effects.  Instead, it helps individuals enjoy satisfying sleep so important to overall health while providing a range of other health benefits.