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Cardio, short for cardiovascular exercise, involves activities that increase your heart rate and improve the efficiency of your cardiovascular system. Engaging in regular cardio exercises such as running, cycling, or swimming can significantly enhance sleep quality. It helps regulate the body's internal clock, reduces stress and anxiety levels, and promotes relaxation, all of which contribute to better sleep. Additionally, cardio exercises can help in reducing sleep onset latency, meaning you can fall asleep faster, and increase the duration of deep sleep phases, leading to more restorative rest.

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April 28, 2025

Strength Training vs. Cardio: Improving Sleep Quality in Older Adults

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Sleep problems become more common with age. In fact, about 30–48% of older adults report daytime sleepiness and 12–20% meet criteria for insomnia. Poor sleep in seniors is linked to many health issues – depression, anxiety, metabolic syndrome, hypertension and heart disease are all associated with insomnia. Treating sleep problems without drugs is especially important for older people, since sleep medications can have long-lasting side effects.