The quality of night's rest is directly affected by the correct sleeping position. Nevertheless, each of us likes to sleep in different positions, changing them several times a night. Most sleeping positions are physiological for humans. However, there are poses in which the body and mind rest most effectively. So, let's figure out what are the best sleeping positions.
The article is for informational purposes only. If you have health problems, you should consult your doctor in person. Self-medication is unacceptable!
Best sleeping position
The correct position is the one in which you feel comfortable falling asleep. Everyone has their own: some people like to fall asleep on their side, while others like to fall asleep on their back or stomach.
Scientifically, the best sleeping position is the one that induces deep sleep . During deep sleep, the body recovers, and the brain transfers information from short-term memory to long-term memory. Thus, this phase is very important for good memory. And, as it turned out, you can achieve complete relaxation in the deep phase if you sleep in a position that is comfortable for you.
Selecting a mattress
There is little scientific research on which mattress will help you support your back in a horizontal position that allows your body and spine to rest. The right mattress will allow you to get a good night's sleep and wake up refreshed and refreshed, without pain or fatigue. If you do not have a medical reason for choosing a mattress, then choose a mattress that will support the natural curve of your back. And don’t forget about the comfort of your posture while sleeping.
If you sleep with a partner, you should have enough space to get into a natural, comfortable position. You need to change your mattress every 9-10 years. If you are concerned about back problems, ask your doctor for help choosing a mattress.
Why is the correct sleeping position important, and how to sleep in the end?
If you sleep well in a position that you like and get enough sleep, you can continue to do so. We, in turn, will consider the pros and cons of all known sleeping positions.
Sleeping on your side
Most people choose this position. Side sleeping is suitable for those who like to cuddle with a pillow, blanket or loved one.
A reasonable question immediately arises - which side to choose for sleeping? On the one hand, some medical sources recommend sleeping on your left side, since in this case the heart and digestive tract work better. On the other hand, there is an opinion that you need to sleep on your right side. For example, for diseases of the liver or gall bladder, it is advised to lie on the right side of the body to speed up the healing process. However, you can sleep on both sides. For a person without health problems, both postures for relaxation are certainly suitable.
In some cases, it is still recommended to sleep on the left or right side. So, if you have heartburn or ulcers, it is recommended to sleep on your left side. Pregnant women are also advised to sleep on the left side of the body. For apnea and snoring, you are allowed to sleep on both sides. The main thing is that the person does not sleep on his back.
There are also disadvantages to sleeping on your side. Staying in an uncomfortable position on your side for a long time can lead to numbness in the shoulder, pain in the pelvic area, as well as discomfort in the spine. As a rule, these problems arise due to an incorrectly selected mattress and pillow for sleeping.
To prevent pain in the morning, you need the correct sleeping position, in which the spine maintains a straight position. In appearance, in a side pose, you should look the same as in the photo below.
Fetal position in sleep
The second most correct sleeping position. Less than half the world's population sleeps there. This position is comfortable to sleep in when there is very little space to sleep.
The fetal position is identical to the side-lying position. The back and neck are in the same position, with the knees pulled towards the stomach.
They say that mostly shy people, as well as people with an ardent temperament, sleep in this position.
The fetal position is a fairly comfortable position for sleeping. However, for greater comfort, you can place a pillow between your legs. This way, you will reduce the load on your lower back during sleep.
Is sleeping on your back a good sleep position?
Some experts believe that sleeping in this position is more physiological than sleeping on the side. Internal organs experience less pressure when sleeping on your back than in other positions. This means that their work at night is not disrupted.
It is recommended to sleep in this position if you have pain in the spine.
You should not sleep on your back if you have severe snoring or sleep apnea. If you have such problems, it is better to rest in a different position.
It is noteworthy that the supine position is mainly characteristic of people with sleep disorders. At the same time, those who sleep in this position do not get enough sleep more often.
A mattress is also important for back sleepers . When sleeping in this position, the mattress should follow the curve of your body.
Sleeping on your back with your feet on a pillow
In this pose, the load on the lower back is reduced, since the legs are in a physiological position. According to experts, lying on your back with a pillow is also considered the correct sleeping position.
If one pillow is not enough, place one or two more pillows under your feet. When choosing pillows, focus on your lumbar comfort.
The supine pose with legs thrown up is not for everyone. Therefore, before you constantly sleep in this position, lie for 1-2 hours in this position before going to bed . Evaluate your feelings. If you are comfortable and your legs do not become numb, you can safely sleep on your back with your legs thrown up on the pillow. By the way, many, having tried this position, continue to sleep in it and consider it the best position for sleeping.
Stomach pose
According to 7% of people, the prone position is the best sleeping position. This position reduces the risk of developing apnea and snoring.
Experts do not recommend sleeping on your stomach. In this position, the head is turned to the side for several hours, which overloads the cervical spine and leads to pain. The lower back is also often in an unnatural position, which can cause discomfort in the morning.
Cosmetologists also do not recommend sleeping on your stomach. In their opinion, sleeping in this position contributes to the appearance of early wrinkles on the face . This is especially true for those who sleep on a pillow, completely buried in it.
If you are still used to sleeping in this position and do not experience pain in the morning, you don’t have to give up sleeping on your stomach. However, for proper abdominal resting, it is recommended to adhere to the following tips:
- Choose a low pillow . Since this pose overloads the cervical region, you need the pillow to be thin. In a prone position on a high pillow, the neck takes an unnatural position. This can cause headaches in the morning. To avoid this, sleep on your stomach with a thin pillow or without one at all.
- Place another pillow under your stomach . The second pillow will take the pressure off your lower back and prevent back pain in the morning.
- Stretch your muscles after waking up . Morning stretching will relieve tension in the back muscles after sleeping on your stomach.
Correct position for sleeping together
Many couples prefer to sleep cuddling. Some people like it and don’t feel any discomfort. Others choose to sleep separately in the same bed, because sleeping together is completely inconvenient for them.
You can sleep in an embrace if both partners feel well-rested in the morning. After such sleep, there should be no swelling or muscle pain . Otherwise, it is better to refuse to sleep in a hug and sleep separately in the same bed.
Stretching the arm sharply upward or impingement syndrome
The training materials of the Association of Fitness Professionals also pay special attention to shoulder impingement syndrome.
Impingement syndrome is a condition in which, when the shoulder is extended upward, the rotator cuff and biceps tendons become pinched between the head of the humerus and the acromion (the long process at the top of the shoulder blade).
Each time the arm is raised as high as possible, the head of the humerus collides with the acromion, pinching the tendons between them.
When the shoulder is raised upward, the subacromial bursa and tendons are pinched between the humerus and the acromion of the scapula, which can cause inflammation and subsequently result in impingement syndrome.
The most common symptom of shoulder impingement is shoulder pain. Usually this pain is constant and intensifies when raising the arm above the head, and later with any movements in the shoulder joint. It often occurs in swimmers (they have to constantly stretch their arm vertically upward) and when playing tennis.
Therefore, we hypothesize that sleeping with your arm extended as far as possible could potentially be dangerous for those who already overload their shoulder ligaments when swimming or playing tennis.
Therefore, if you experience shoulder pain, avoid raising your shoulder as high as possible, including during sleep (as, for example, in the pose in this picture):
The most useful positions for sleeping during pregnancy
The closer to childbirth, the more difficult it is for pregnant women to find the right sleeping position. After all, now when choosing a position, the expectant mother needs to take into account the position of the baby in the stomach. In this case, it is necessary to select a position that would be comfortable for both the child and the woman herself.
The best position for sleeping during pregnancy is on the left side . In this position, the load on the fetus is minimal. In addition, while sleeping in this position, the blood supply to the placenta and pelvic organs of the pregnant woman improves.
We agree that sleeping on one side can be uncomfortable. Therefore, in order not to lie down on the left side of your body, you can temporarily change your position to a more comfortable one.
For comfort, pregnant women are recommended to place a cushion between their legs or use a special pillow for pregnant women while sleeping.
About the health benefits of sleep
So, how to sleep is already clear. However, not everyone knows that irregular rest leads to the development of diseases.
In the absence of adequate sleep, a person experiences the following health problems:
- neurological pathologies;
- problems with blood circulation leading to numbness of the limbs and neck;
- difficulty breathing;
- increased risk of developing Alzheimer's disease;
- Disc displacement.
If the most comfortable sleeping position is chosen, a person can get quality rest and avoid well-being problems associated with irregular sleep patterns. For everyone, this position in bed when falling asleep and throughout the night will be individual, but it will be useful to listen to the recommendations described.
What is the best sleeping position for a child?
Pediatricians recommend the following sleeping positions for a child.
- Pose on your back . A good option for newborns under 1 year of age. In this position, the baby feels as comfortable as possible, which promotes sound sleep. When your baby begins to sleep, make sure his head is pointing to the side. This will prevent vomit from entering the respiratory tract if something happens. Note that it is not recommended for a child to sleep in this position if there is intestinal colic.
- Side sleeping position . Comfortable for babies as it helps fight stress caused by external factors.
- Sleeping on your stomach . Thanks to the position on the stomach, the child learns to independently raise his head after waking up. In addition, in this position the baby’s digestive tract functions improve and the likelihood of intestinal colic decreases. Before putting your baby to sleep on his tummy, observe the position in which your baby's head lies. If in the first 30 minutes of sleep he turns his head and buries himself in the pillow, it is better not for the baby to sleep in a position on his stomach, since in this position the child’s breathing will be impaired.
In addition to the correct sleeping position, a child also needs a comfortable bed or crib, hypoallergenic bedding and a comfortable temperature in the children's bedroom.
How dangerous is apnea?
According to somnologist Pavel Kudinov, 90% of sleep disorders are associated precisely with breathing stops during sleep, that is, apnea.
Normally, breathing stops during sleep up to 5 times per hour - this is normal, we can fall asleep very soundly, get tired, and drink. By the way, alcohol greatly increases the number of respiratory arrests. But it happens that there are a very large number of pauses in breathing during sleep: more than 20-30 per hour.
“At the moment breathing stops, the pulse and pressure decrease; as soon as the person begins to breathe again, the pulse and pressure rise sharply. This leads to high blood pressure, heart rhythm disturbances, heart attacks, strokes, and even sudden death in sleep. Most often, heart attacks and strokes occur at night from 4 to 6 am. This is precisely the result of breathing stops during sleep: the risks of heart attacks and strokes increase by 20%, ” somnologist Pavel Kudinov told Zozhnik.
How to tell if you have apnea
You can understand whether a person has sleep apnea using a respiratory monitor. If the device shows pauses in breathing during sleep, we need to understand why they occur. They can be associated with the functioning of the brain, then it is called central apnea. But most often this is due to the fact that a person’s airways collapse when inhaling: he cannot inhale. From the outside it looks like this: a person snores, falls silent for a long time, and then snores loudly. This is a sign of respiratory arrest.
Correct sleeping position for men
For men, especially young men, it is best to sleep on their back. Unlike other positions, the position on the back does not interfere with blood circulation in the pelvis. Thanks to this, a man gets an erection more often in the morning, which indicates the absence of problems with the reproductive system.
The side position is also safe for male sexual function. Therefore, to maintain your sexual health, you don’t have to sleep on your back all the time; you can turn on your left or right side.
It is better to avoid sleeping on your stomach. This position interferes with blood flow to the genitals, which can cause problems with erectile function.
What is the best way to lie for a newborn?
For a baby who has just been born, the optimal sleeping positions are:
- On the back with limbs spread to the sides. The position is natural for a newborn, but you must not forget to turn your head to the right or left. This avoids the risk of your baby choking after feeding. The position of the head is constantly changed to avoid the development of cervical osteochondrosis.
- On the tummy. It is suitable for active children. In this position, the back muscles are strengthened, and gases leave the intestines faster. It is necessary to place the baby this way at least once a day.
- On the side. This position is for those who have poor digestive tract function. It is also suitable for older babies. In the first months of life, this position is not used and is contraindicated for children.
The child sleeps soundly when he is full, his stomach does not hurt, and he is comfortable in the crib.
Correct sleeping position for women
The fair half of humanity is also recommended to sleep on their side. In this position, the female body functions best.
If you don't want to sleep on your side, sleep on your back. This pose is also physiological for sleep and helps you fall asleep quickly. For a more comfortable sleep on your back, you can place a pillow under your feet, which will reduce the load on the lumbar region.
The prone position is not suitable for sleeping because it interferes with the blood flow in the chest. And, according to some information, if you often sleep on your stomach, your breasts become less firm and elastic.
Pregnant women are not allowed to sleep or even just lie on their stomachs , especially after 12 weeks. In a prone position, the mammary glands experience greater stress, which can lead to lactation problems.
The right pillow
A pillow is not just for the head and neck. Depending on the position in which you are used to sleeping, an additional pillow can also help your spine get into the desired position and rest. The pillow under your head should support the natural curve of your neck and be as comfortable as possible. A pillow that is too high can lead to neck, back and shoulder pain. Choose pillows that will keep your neck in line with your chest and lower back. Also make sure you can move comfortably while you sleep. The pillow needs to be changed annually.
The most comfortable position for sleeping on the road
Most people sleep in a sitting or semi-sitting position when on the road. These poses are not physiological, so if you want to sleep during the trip, you will have to get out.
Before a long journey, purchase a special neck pillow It will support your head while sleeping in a sitting position, making sleeping on a bus or plane more comfortable.
If you didn’t take a collar pillow with you, it doesn’t matter, there are other options for comfortable sleep on the road. As a rule, on long-distance planes and buses, the seat backs recline to an almost horizontal position. Thanks to this, you can fall asleep without any devices.
If the back of the chair does not recline, you can try to sleep on a bag located on your lap. To do this, just put her on her feet and place her crossed arms on her. If you are tired enough, sleep comes very quickly in this position.
Holidays for two
The positions in which couples are during sleep can indicate their relationship, spiritual and sexual intimacy. Such arrangements relative to each other are considered common.
- Spoon pose. One partner hugs the other from behind. There are two options for such a vacation.
- "Back to back". It also has several varieties, when sleepers come close together in their sleep, touch one part of the body, or are at some distance.
- "Embrace". The couple falls asleep facing each other.
- "Romantic." One of the partners lies on his back, the other sideways, and is turned to face his “half.”
Sleeping at work
If your job allows you to sleep during your lunch break, you can try taking a nap. To do this, use the following tips:
- You can sleep right on your desk with your hands folded in front of you.
- If your desk chair has a comfortable backrest, sleep in it in a comfortable position.
- Under your head while sleeping in a chair, you can put a folded jacket or pillow that you brought to work in advance.
- If possible, straighten your legs on a small stand for greater comfort.
- You can cover yourself with a jacket or the same sweater.
- When sleeping, use earplugs to protect your sleep from extraneous noise.
If, on the contrary, you need to stay alert during the working day, read this article. It describes in detail how to avoid falling asleep at work if you are very sleepy.
Sleep is the best cure for all diseases
A person needs sleep like food or water, but if without the last two components he is able to survive for several weeks, then without rest he quickly dies. A person spends almost a third of his life sleeping, and this is an important period of time for him. A full night's sleep allows you to accumulate the energy wasted during the day and gain strength, creating a feeling of vigor, freshness and readiness for new activities. According to I.P. Popov, it is considered protective inhibition, since it allows the brain to rest and restore its performance.
But situations often arise when a person slept for the allotted time, but did not get rest, but became irritable or lethargic, overwhelmed. There can be many reasons for this, but incorrect posture is of great importance. It has been proven that body position during night rest is directly related to the emotional factor. Sleep, by scientific definition, is a psychophysical state of the body when all reactions to external stimuli slow down, and only the brain remains active. Chronic lack of sleep negatively affects an individual’s well-being, causes dangerous disruptions in the functioning of organs and systems, and leads to various disorders and serious diseases.
Correct sleeping positions for various diseases
With the development of a particular pathology, the human body intuitively takes the most comfortable sleeping position in order to ease the discomfort. However, you can help your body get rid of diseases just by adopting the right sleeping position.
For pain in the spine
Slightly less than half of people over 35 years of age experience back pain. Therefore, it is important for such people to adopt the correct sleeping position.
The best option in this case is to lie on the left or right side (depending on the location of the pain). This body position will take the load off the spine and keep your back straight throughout your sleep. In addition to this, it is recommended to place a medium-sized pillow between your legs. This will allow you to feel as comfortable as possible while sleeping.
Comfortable sleeping position for shoulder pain
If your left shoulder hurts, lie on your right side. Accordingly, if the right side hurts, sleep on your left side. In addition to this, in the side position, it is recommended to bend your knees and extend the arm on which you are lying forward. At the same time, you can hug the pillow with your other hand for greater comfort.
If the pain spreads not only to the shoulder, but also to the arm, take a reclining position with a pillow under your lower back.
When both shoulders hurt, it is best to sleep on your back with your arms extended along your body.
If you have shoulder pain, it is not recommended to sleep on your side with your arm tucked under your head. The head presses on the arm, which creates a large load on the shoulder joint. And this can increase pain.
The best sleeping positions for insomnia
If you have insomnia, changing your position does not always help improve sleep. Therefore, the cause of sleep problems should be sought in other factors. Poor sleep can be caused by stress , depression or various diseases that negatively affect the quality of night's rest. In addition, sleep problems may be associated with an uncomfortable mattress and poor sleeping conditions.
Helpful sleeping position for heartburn
It is best to lie on your left side . In this case, your legs can be bent at the knees. Lying on your side increases pressure on the esophageal sphincter. Due to this, gastric juice is not thrown into the esophagus, which eliminates the occurrence of heartburn.
If you have severe heartburn, you can place a thick pillow under your stomach. As a result, the pressure on the sphincter will increase, and the unpleasant burning sensation in the stomach will disappear.
Correct sleeping position for painful periods
In this situation, lying on your back with a pillow placed under your feet . Thanks to this position, the load is removed from the lower back. And this, in turn, helps eliminate pain during menstruation.
Also, if you have pain in the pelvic area, you can sleep in the fetal position. It is not recommended to sleep on the stomach, as this increases pressure on the woman’s internal genital organs and increases pain.
Helpful sleeping position for nasal congestion
If you have difficulty breathing through your nose due to a cold or allergies, do not sleep on your back. In this position, the nasal cavity can become very swollen, so it is better to rest in a different position. Here we can recommend a pose on the left or right side with bent legs . If you have a severe runny nose, place another small pillow under your head. It is important that the head, lying on the pillow, is not too high, as this is harmful to the neck.
Correct sleeping position for cervical osteochondrosis
If you have this disease, it is contraindicated to sleep on both high and low pillows. Due to incorrect head position, pressure on the vertebrae in the cervical region increases. And as a result, pain occurs.
During exacerbations of cervical osteochondrosis, a good option is the side position . At the same time, the pillow you sleep on should be medium in size and suitable for you. Occasionally, doctors recommend removing the pillow from under the head altogether to ease the pain of osteochondrosis.
Sleeping position for bruxism
Bruxism, or teeth grinding during sleep, mainly occurs in children and is only rarely observed in adults. This disease leads to damage to teeth, and subsequently can lead to their loss .
To prevent tooth decay, people with bruxism are advised to sleep on their back . The muscles of the maxillofacial region relax in this position, which minimizes attacks of teeth grinding. Read more about the treatment of bruxism in our article.
Comfortable sleeping position for pain in the pelvic area
For pain in the hip joints, it is best to sleep on your back . To make the pose more comfortable, you can place a pillow under your feet, which will alleviate pain in the pelvic area.
If you have pain in the pelvis, you should not sleep on your side, especially on the painful side.
By the way, the cause of such pain is most often associated with arthritis of the hip joint, which can occur due to excessive stress on the legs and wearing high-heeled shoes.
Correct sleeping positions for other diseases
- If you have cardiovascular diseases, you should sleep on your back, since in this position there is less stress on the heart.
- If you have high blood pressure, you are allowed to sleep on your right side.
- If you have hemorrhoids, it is recommended to take a position on your side before going to bed.
- Asthmatics are advised to spend their nights lying on their sides on a high pillow.
- With a vertebral hernia, it is best to rest in the fetal position or on your back. For greater relaxation and reduction of pain symptoms, you can additionally place a pillow under your feet.
Rest for back problems
The importance of proper sleeping posture for spinal health is invaluable. Incorrect body position leads to curvature and inflammation of the spine. But if a problem arises, then take a position during sleep in which you can eliminate the occurrence of pain in the back, neck, and pelvis.
Doctors advise sleeping properly if you have spinal diseases in order to reduce the load on the inflamed area. You need to lie on your back if you have osteochondrosis of the cervical spine. Lumbar pain decreases when you sleep in the fetal position. Inflammations of the thoracic region require positioning on the back or side.
If you often suffer from pain in the upper parts of the spine, then during sleep you try to put your head and neck higher and sleep on your back. This gives the body a natural position. And they recommend putting a cushion under your lower back. When the lumbar region is affected, degenerative processes of the cartilaginous part of the tissues have begun, you need to lie on your back or side, placing a pillow under your knees.
To prevent diseases of the skeletal system, pay attention to the choice of mattress. Preference is given to beds that are moderately soft, without excessive hardness. The pillow is of medium height so that it well supports the space between the back of the head and the upper part of the thoracic back.
A person’s future health depends on the correct posture during sleep. If sleeping is uncomfortable, it’s hard to fall asleep, then you need to change your body position so that nothing interferes with enjoying your rest. A comfortable position is important. Then the sleep will be sound, and in the morning the person will feel well-rested and alert.
Sleeping positions: meaning and characteristics
Your sleeping position can tell you a lot about your personality. Let's look at what sleeping positions say.
- According to psychologists, people who are unsure of themselves sleep in the fetal position. As a rule, they are introverts and do not really like to communicate with other people.
- Most often, calm people who easily cope with life's difficulties sleep on their backs, lounging in bed. Often such people are good friends.
- Impulsive people who won’t go out of their way to talk prefer to sleep on their stomachs. Adherents of this position love independence and carefully protect their personal space.
Ideal sleep: what is it like?
In order for a night's sleep to be not only comfortable, but also useful, you need not only to lie down correctly, but also to provide the necessary conditions. It is worth following these recommendations:
- Do not do intense exercise before going to bed. They are allowed to be performed 3-4 hours before a person goes to bed.
- It is better not to watch programs that evoke a strong emotional response, and not to solve important everyday issues.
- The room should have an optimal air temperature: 18-20 degrees.
- The more fresh air in the room, the better. It needs to be ventilated before going to bed. Additionally, you can take a light walk outside.
- Dinner should be organized a few hours before the intended rest.
- In the evening hours, you should not drink energy drinks, coffee, or strong black tea. They excite the nervous system and prevent you from falling asleep normally.
- The pillow should not be too high. You can't rest without it either.
- It is better to use a hard mattress.
- You should sleep only on the bed.
Ideal sleep should be sound and healthy. The recommendations presented will help you have a good rest and not feel overwhelmed in the morning.
It is important to know! It is useful to sleep in such a way that you can achieve a quick rest phase. It is defined simply: the eyes begin to move rapidly, the person sees dreams. It is during this period that the body’s energy recovery occurs.
Tips for a good night's sleep
- Choose the right mattress . The product is selected according to the height, weight and anatomical features of a particular person. The choice of mattress is very important because it directly affects the quality of your sleep. A good mattress will support the correct position of the back and neck, and will also prevent pain in the spine after getting up.
- Buy an orthopedic pillow . The pillow supports not only the head, but also the back in the desired position. You should choose a pillow according to its height: when lying on it, your head should not be too high and should not sink into the pillow. It is best when the head, while on the pillow, continues the straight line of the spine. That is, it lies almost parallel to the bed.
- Before going to bed, place a small pillow between your knees . This will take the pressure off your lower back. Please note that the pillow should be comfortable and suitable for you.
- Lighting in the bedroom . Darkness is not only a friend of youth, but also a guarantee of good sleep. In the bedroom you need to hang thick curtains that will not let in light from the street. In addition, you should turn off all illuminated electronic devices in the bedroom at night.
- Noise level. Background sounds impair sleep quality. Therefore, excess noise must be eliminated. To do this, turn off the TV before going to bed and ask your family not to make noise while you sleep. If noise from the street bothers you, close the window tightly or use special earplugs for sleeping, which will help you not to be distracted by extraneous sounds.
- Using a smartphone, tablet or computer before bed . The bright light from an electronic device screen can disrupt the process of falling asleep. Therefore, it is not recommended to use gadgets at least an hour before bedtime.
Healthy sleep and bedroom temperature
Healthy sleep for men
is also important from the point of view of the production of male hormones.
To produce testosterone in male testicles, their temperature must be approximately 2-3 degrees less than body temperature. It is for this purpose that the male testicles are placed outside the body. If you let them cool normally, the desired temperature will establish itself.
But we do our best to prevent this by wearing tight underwear around the clock.
Do “family” panties look unfashionable? Well, then choose for yourself what is more important for you - fashion or men's health and wealth... If you doubt your priorities, ask your life partner, she will explain everything to you in an intelligible form ;-).
Testosterone is produced at night. Therefore, men are contraindicated to sleep in tight swimming trunks and under a warm blanket.
In general, it is better to sleep without panties under a very light blanket or under a sheet in the heat, or even without covering yourself at all, if possible.
Naturally, you need to know when to stop and not let things get worse by correlating the degree of coolness of the blanket with the overall temperature in the bedroom. In addition, we must remember the danger of hypothermia in the groin area. Coldness in this area can lead to inflammation of the prostate gland - prostatitis. Well, with prostatitis the quality of sexual life also decreases. In a word, observe reasonable moderation in everything - it should not be hot in this place, nature will do the rest for you.
Alarming
Sometimes the position of sleeping spouses may indicate emerging problems and disagreements.
Alarm markers:
- One of the partners moves to the edge of the bed. It signals strong resentment and feelings; this phenomenon often occurs after adultery.
- Sliding down from the bed. A one-time incident only indicates a nightmare. But if the situation repeats often, this is a sign that the partner is trying to get rid of the oppressive relationship.
If one of the partners gradually moves away, and the second strives for intimacy, this is a clear sign of resonance in the relationship.
Additional
Stellar
The sleeper lies face up, limbs spread, is in the very center of the bed, prefers to rest alone. Characteristics: high self-esteem, desire for power, rudeness, suppressed secrecy and vulnerability.
Soldier
Face up, legs fully straightened, arms at your sides. Characterizes the individual as a closed, overly straightforward person, demanding of himself and others, with a huge burden of complexes.
Philosopher
A sleeping person lies with his stomach up, palms on the back of his head, lower limbs extended and slightly spread. This is how prudent people relax, they always calculate everything, but at the same time they are slow, withdrawn, and it is difficult for them to establish new acquaintances and connections.
Log
The body is on its side, elongated. It means openness and good nature, sociability, gullibility. Such individuals easily make new acquaintances, are decisive in their intentions, always try to finish what they start, but often become cynics and egoists.
Cross
The sleeper lies face up or slightly on his side, one leg and arm extended, the other limbs bent. Personal characteristics – irresponsibility, carelessness, inability to plan time.
What does it depend on
The condition of the body depends on various factors, psychological and emotional state.
What affects:
- External conditions – room temperature, noise, light.
- An unfamiliar environment - an individual can only feel completely relaxed in his own bed.
- Health status. Injuries, fractures, severe pain, serious illnesses do not allow you to assume your usual position.
- Character and psycho-emotional state.
- Having a partner in bed, a child, pets.
Pregnancy, especially in the later stages - a large belly does not allow a woman to lie down comfortably, the husband needs to adapt, be extremely careful, and control himself.