Doesn’t it just figure? You finally get to retirement, having earned that peaceful respite after a long life of working. However, you start to develop sleep issues which hinder your ability to get a good night’s rest. If you have a problem getting to sleep or staying that way, chances are that you are not getting the rest you need to feel rejuvenated. There are some things you can try however, to re-capture that time with the Sandman:

1. Stick to a schedule – Always stick to the same schedule whether it is a weekend or a holiday. By going to bed at the same time every night, you are getting your circadian rhythm in sync with your lifestyle. Also, by making sure that you are getting some sunshine or natural light in your daily afternoon rituals, this can better tell your body what time of day it is.

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You cannot reverse the signs of aging but you can certainly make the process more comfortable. When you know what to expect, you can take steps in advance in preparation of it. Growing old is more than just wrinkles and gray hair. There are a few more aches and pains to go along with them!

The oldest documented living person was 122 years old. That is quite a life expectancy! Many people are living longer thanks to better health, medications and living conditions. At the turn of the century, the average life expectancy was around 55 years of age. My, how society has improved … with age of course!

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It all boils down to preventative maintenance in order to enjoy a long, healthy retirement. Being proactive about your health includes regular health screenings for cancer, high blood pressure and cholesterol. Your lifestyle such as diet, exercise and sleep habits also play a huge part in staying healthy.

So what exactly do you need to do in order to maintain your health and enjoy life to the fullest? Let’s find out:

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Many people find that as they get older, they get a few hours less sleep a night. Many attribute this phenomenon to the aging process. Unfortunately, sleeping is how our bodies rejuvenate themselves. Sleep is essential to your health but millions of older adults don’t get enough which can contribute to feelings of fatigue and drowsiness. In addition, lack of sleep can cause memory lapses and trouble with concentration. These two things could also be attributed to symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. Also, add a lower immunity threshold as well as obesity and heart disease risks.

A night here and there of insomnia is no big deal, but days at a time can be a serious threat to your health. How many nights does the average older adult need anyway? Every person is different but the average amount of sleep needed per night to feel energized and refreshed is seven to nine hours. If you are not getting this much sleep, don’t ignore the problem. Consider the following reasons why you should seek help with your sleeping problems:

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You plan to retire and you’ve saved up quite a nice bundle of money for when you finally do. But have you given a thought as to what kind of health you’re going to be in when that time comes? If you don’t take the proper precautions today, you’re not going to be able to enjoy your retirement years because you’ll be too busy being sick and feeble. Retirement health planning is just as important as retirement financial planning. You need to make sure you’re going to be in optimal health to be able to enjoy yourself when you finally do retire. You can do that by picking up an exercise program, eating healthily, as well as by quitting smoking, drinking and whatever else you engage in that may be damaging your health.

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