Sleep in a Hammock, Your Body and Mind Will Thank You

Sleeping in a hammock may seem like an outlandish idea, but the health benefits are phenomenal. Hammocks facilitate a much deeper sleep; they clear up clutter in the bedroom; they provide gentle rocking that changes brain waves; and sleeping in a hammock puts you into the perfect position for the best rest possible. With all these paybacks, I think it is time we kick our old beds to the curb and adopt a hammock.

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Free Fall Into Sleep 

Hammocks offer a suspended position that not only hugs your body, but also relieves stress. The relief helps to lower blood pressure and can put even the most stressed out individual into complete bliss. When our bodies and minds are at ease, sleep can be achieved in a matter of minutes.

So Much Room For Activities 

Replacing your bed with a hammock is the easiest way to unclutter your bedroom. Hammocks take up very little space, and not to mention, hammocks come in various different styles to suit your tastes best. You will not only get a better sleep, but you will certainly spark up an intriguing conversation the next time you give a tour of your house.

Rock-A-Bye Baby 

The gentle rocking sensation a hammock provides is also conducive for an excellent night’s sleep. Studies show that a slow gentle rocking not only helps people sleep faster and deeper, but it also changes brain waves. Rocking increases N2 sleep, which is a form of non-rapid eye movement sleep. Non-REM sleep takes up about half the brain activity found in a good night’s sleep. If this isn’t enough evidence for you to toss out that old spring mattress, keep reading.

The Perfect Sleeping Position 

Studies show, for humans to get the best sleep possible, we need to lie on our backs with our heads slightly elevated at 10-30 percent. This position generates the ideal conditions for uninhibited breathing and better circulation to the brain. Hammocks, by design, provide a comfortable and practical way of sleeping on your back. They also slightly elevate the head in the precise position. Hammocks also provide a zero pressure point sleep, which provides the most comfortable sleep imaginable. Unlike conventional beds, hammocks cradle your body and release tension instead of putting weight exclusively on a few areas of the body.

Not All Hammocks Are For Sleeping 

Keep in mind, not all hammocks are designed for a flawless night’s sleep. You don’t want to wake up with rope burn, or end up flipping out of your new bed in the middle of the night. There are specific hammocks designed for sleep that provide comfort and stability. Sleep hammocks provide non-flipping security, comfort, and soft natural material. Some even come with mosquito nets, if you decide to sleep under the stars.

Choosing the right hammock for sleeping can seem like a daunting task, but in reality, if you keep a few things in mind, finding the perfect hammock will be a breeze. The first thing to keep in mind is the material making up your hammock. You don’t want to wake up with rope burns, so sticking with soft cotton hammocks will lead to a cozier sleep. In general, Nicaraguan, Mayan, and Brazilian hammocks are best to sleep in. These styles of hammock are based on the designs used by Nicaraguans, Mayans, and Brazilians for centuries.

Now that you’re equipped with the proper knowledge for sleeping in a hammock, it’s time to snuggle on in for the best slumber you’ve ever had. If you are a little leery about banishing your traditional bed, start by taking a nap in a hammock. Then, take the plunge and spend the night. It shouldn’t be long before you spend more time in the hammock than you do in your outdated, uncomfortable bed. Sweet dreams and happy swinging.