Everyone knows how important sleep is when it comes to optimizing health.  Most everything else doesn’t matter a thing if you aren’t getting quality sleep. Sleep is important for both mental and physical well-being.Ten hours of fragmented or poor-quality sleep won't be as healthy as seven hours of decent, restorative sleep. So what are best practices when it comes to getting quality sleep?#1 Minimize artificial light after dark - Stop using electronic devices like a cellphone or laptop or watching television a minimum of 30 minutes before you go to bed.Get Blue light glasses and minimize light sources in your homeHimalayan salt lamp is a great night light or switch out white bulbs for orange bulbs#2 Come up with a relaxing pre-bedtime routine about an hour beforereading a book or taking a bath or meditation#3 Create a sleep sanctuary Bedroom for be for SLEEP ONLY - not an office desk, no computers, phones or TV screens (never had a TV in my room)Create a pitch dark sleep experience while keeping it cool (somewhere between 60-67 degrees)#4 Keep a consistent sleep scheduleOver time, your melatonin production and release will naturally adapt to the time you're going to sleep.  You're going to get big improvements in your sleep quality from sticking to a consistent sleep schedule.#5 Workout during the day (getting a good sweat in will help you settle down in the evening) and not too close to bedtime. Optimizing your exercise routine can potentially help you sleep better and getting an adequate amount of sleep may promote healthier physical activity levels during the day.  At least 30 minutes will suffice- #6  Avoid beverages with caffeine around six hours before you go to bed and alcohol within three hours.  Caffeine can make it difficult for you to fall asleep and alcohol can cause disrupted sleep.  By taking these steps you are prioritizing sleep and everything else will fall into placeI hope these tips help you get better quality sleep so you can be the best version of yourself everydayPlease share this with anyone who needs help with getting quality sleep.If you love the Get Lean Eat Clean Podcast, we’d love for you to subscribe, rate, and give a review on iTunes. Until next time!Links:Watch Get Lean Eat Clean podcast video episodes on YouTube!https://www.21dayfastingchallenge.com/X3 Bar: Variable Resistance Technology allows for a full body workout in only 10 minutes! Use discount code "Save50" for $50 off your purchase! | https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-100286468-13650338Interested in becoming a Keto Coach - Here's a certification for you!https://kate-jaramillo.mykajabi.com/a/13557/nwzmzvre| Listen to the Get Lean Eat Clean Podcast |►iTunes | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-lean-eat-clean/id1540391210►Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/show/0QmJzYZsdV6tUNbDxaPJjS| Connect with Brian |►Website | https://www.briangryn.com►Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/bdgryn►Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/getleanandeatclean►Twitter | https://twitter.com/grynnerwinner