Stretching Before Bed Can Improve Sleep

10. Other Helpful Tips of Better Sleep

To ensure that you get the most out of stretching before bed, keep yourself properly hydrated. Also, try to reduce alcohol or caffeine consumption, which affect hydration.  Before bed, keep the environment free from distractions if possible. Also, it's best to do these stretches on an empty stomach. Stretching helps release toxins in the digestive tract, so having a full stomach may cause discomfort. If you have areas prone to injury, take caution not to do stretches that may aggravate them without first checking with a doctor or physical therapist. It's important not to over-extend or bounce during stretches, as this may cause injury.