"Spring sleepy, autumn is lacking, summer is napping, and I can't wake up in winter and March." This old saying speaks to the subtle changes in the body's need for sleep as the seasons change.
Especially for the elders who are over sixty years old, they need to take care of this "autumn fatigue" carefully, arrange the time to get up reasonably, and let the body and mind wake up leisurely in the natural rhythm. So, what time is the best time to wake up in autumn?
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[1. Adapt to the time of day, and be particular about getting up in autumn]
Made at sunrise, in accordance with the laws of nature
Traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes the "unity of nature and man", and believes that people's daily life should conform to the changes of yin and yang in nature. In autumn, as the hours of sunshine shorten, the nights gradually become longer, and the yang energy in the human body begins to converge. Therefore, it is advisable to wake up too early, preferably close to the sunrise time, so that the body can wake up naturally from sleep, and make full use of the fresh air and warm sunlight in the morning to promote metabolism and enhance immunity.
It varies from person to person and can be flexibly adjusted
Of course, everyone's physique and routine are different, and the time to get up should also vary from person to person. But in general, for middle-aged and elderly people over 60 years old, it is more appropriate to get up between 5 and 7 o'clock in the morning. During this time, the body's yang energy is rising, and the flow of qi and blood is gradually becoming active, which is the best time to start a new day's activities.
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[2. Why shouldn't it be earlier than this point in time?] 】
Protects yang energy and avoids wear and tear
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) theories believe that the yang energy in the human body, like the sun, is an important energy to maintain life activities. In the early morning, when the yang energy is born, if you force yourself to get up and move at this time, it may cause the yang energy to not be fully nourished and depleted, and in the long run, it is easy to lead to weakness and weakened immunity. Especially for middle-aged and elderly people, yang energy is relatively insufficient, and this "newborn yang" should be cherished.
Promotes the integrity of the sleep cycle
Modern research has also shown that a complete sleep cycle includes multiple phases such as light sleep, deep sleep, and rapid eye movement, each of which plays an important role in the body's recovery and repair.
Waking up too early can interrupt ongoing sleep cycles and lead to poor sleep quality, which in turn can affect your mental state and productivity during the day. Therefore, choosing the right time to wake up can help maintain the integrity of your sleep cycle and improve the quality of your sleep.
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[3. Morning health tips to make the day better]
A glass of warm water to wake up the stomach
When you wake up, drink a glass of warm water to help thin your blood and promote blood circulation, while also waking up your sleeping stomach and preparing it for breakfast. In traditional Chinese medicine, there is a saying that "drink water first in the morning and never regret it when you are old", which shows the importance of this habit.
Stretch your muscles and bones with gentle movement
It is not advisable to do strenuous exercise immediately after waking up, but you can do some gentle stretching exercises, such as Tai Chi, Baduanjin or simple stretching movements, to help the body gradually adapt to the state from sleep to wakefulness, while promoting the circulation of qi and blood and enhancing the vitality of the body.
Start your day with a good mood
Maintaining a happy mood is an important part of morning health. Listen to soft music, look at the scenery outside the window, or share some warm words with family and friends, so that the soul can be nourished in the tranquility of the early morning and inject full of positive energy for the new day.
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